Vernick, Audrey

"In 1947, Larry Doby signed with the Cleveland Indians, becoming the first Black player in the American leagues. He endured terrible racism, both from fans and his fellow teammates. Despite this, he became a unifying force on and off the field, and went on to become a seven-time All Star. Illustrated with Cannaday Chapman's bold, stylized illustrations, this exceptional biography tells the story of an unsung hero who not only opened doors for those behind him, but set amazing records during his Hall of Fame career. More significantly, it examines the long fight to overcome racism in sports and our culture at large, a fight that is far from over"--Provided by the publisher.

"Twelve-year-old Army is reeling after her thoughtlessness leads to her dog's death, but channels her grief into a plan to help keep the new neighbors' autistic daughter from wandering away"--Provided by publisher.

After an embarrassing incident, a young boy decides to quit school.

Shares the story of the Acerras and their sixteen children, who had enough members to fill every position on a baseball team.

A young boy tries to win a goldfish at the carnival and ends up with a far bigger prize.

A biography for children about Max Patkin, a professional baseball player turned baseball clown.

Missing the familiarity of first grade and imagining the impossible tasks assigned by his next teacher, a boy refuses to start second grade.

"Zander is a monster. And monsters don't have friends. But one day Zander meets Bird, and a strange thing happens. They start to spend some time together. Zander even tells Bird a secret no one else knows about. When another monster asks, 'Is that your friend?' Zander says no...but is that true?"--Provided by publisher.

After an embarrassing incident, a young boy decides to quit school.

In 1922, ten-year-old Edith Houghton was already playing pro baseball with the all-female Philadelphia Bobbies. In 1925, the team set forth on a great adventure - to play teams in Japan!.