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"As the pitcher sends the ball flying, the batter takes a big swing. Crack! The ball zooms out of the park. It's a home run. From the perfecting a pitch to syncing up a swing, baseball takes skill, practice, and a little bit of STEM. Explore the science, technology, engineering, and math behind the game of baseball. Sports and STEM? Score!"--
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This smart and funny fan's guide to baseball explains the ins and outs of pitching, hitting, running, and fielding, while offering insider trivia and anecdotes that will appeal to anyone-whether you're a major league couch potato, lifelong season ticket-holder, or a beginner. What is the difference between a slider and a curveball? At which stadium did "The Wave" first make an appearance? How do some hitters use iPods to improve their skills? Which...
64) Baseball
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A very simple introduction to the sport of baseball and how it is played. Sports offer kids a great opportunity to learn, be social, stay healthy, and have fun! Our Jump into Sports series features action photos and simple descriptions of equipment, rules, and skills that help kids get started in the sport of their choice. The appealing subject matter encourages young readers to develop an interest in nonfiction, and glossary terms and sources for...
65) Boston Red Sox
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This series gives readers an inside look at the baseball teams that make up Major League Baseball. Sports fans will love the vivid photographs and fun facts included in the Inside MLB series. --Publisher.
67) Baseball
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Baseball takes a lot of strength and stamina, but muscle power is only part of the equation when it comes to being a good player. What exactly goes on inside that helps some athletes play better than the rest? In this fascinating book, readers take a look at the muscular power, the brainpower, and the training behind some of the best baseball players in history. From how players get in the zone to how athletes read their opponent and assess their...
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Learn about the amazing feats and outstanding achievements of MLB stars both past and present. Diverse records from individual accomplishments to attendance records, winning streaks, and beyond are represented. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, colorful photographs, fact-filled callouts, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography |Index Sources...
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Batter up! The creators of B is for Baller and G is for Golazo are back with a dynamic, colorful parade of baseball legends. Featuring dozens of superstars and historical figures like Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, Ken Griffey Jr., and David Ortiz, S is for Slugger is the ultimate ABC book for budding baseball fans.
70) New York Yankees
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An overview of the New York Yankees baseball team, covering their origins, their home field, famous players and managers, and well-known plays throughout the team's history.
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From David Ortiz to George Springer, Superstars of the World Series introduces readers to some of the greatest sports players in the World Series. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts,
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"Play ball! Many people learn about baseball, called the national pastime of the United States, at a young age. The sport requires hand-eye coordination, speed, strength, and much more. Budding superstars can hone these skills on the field, at the park, or in the backyard. In this appealing and achievable text, budding athletes and fans will enjoy reading more about the rules and field positions of baseball, supported by colorful action photographs...
76) The World series
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The World Series is one of Sports' Greatest Championships! Since the first championship in 1884, hundreds of thousands of people have followed the seven-game playoff. Now, young readers can learn about the World Series's history, the famous teams and players, the spectacular homeruns, and the future of the sport from in their library. Informative sidebars add to the high impact photographs and easy-to-read text, bringing Sports' Greatest Championships...
78) Math at the game
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"Math isn't just something you learn in school. It's an important part of the world around you. Young readers will learn about counting, adding, and greater than/less than/equal to while enjoying a day at a baseball game"--
79) First pitch
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Provides an introduction to the game of baseball, covering the rules of the game, how the field is laid out and taken care of, and the responsibilities of each player.
80) Kris Bryant
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Kris Bryant helped the Chicago Cubs win the 2016 World Series and was named the National League's Most Valuable Player. Read more about Bryant's impressive career and his life both on and off the field.
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