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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Now anyone can be one of the 'boys or girls of summer' and get a home plate view of America's favorite pastime in H is for Home Run: A Baseball Alphabet. This new offering in our line of children's alphabet books brings the game of baseball to entertaining and informative life. Sports writer Brad Herzog pairs easy-to-read rhymes with detailed expository so that readers are pitched baseball's facts, faces, history, and places from A-Z.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This Level 3 book introduces and examines the different aspects of baseball. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about the history and rules of baseball, as well as how to play the game. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate and review important information.
Author
Language
English
Description
"For die-hard basketball fans and casual spectators alike, this collection of fascinating facts about the game will be a welcome addition to their library. From the origins of the game to how much players are paid, and the evolution of the basketball shoe, this book covers a wide range of topics. Among others are how the color barrier was breached, the rise of women's basketball, and innovations that have made the game accessible to disabled athletes....
6) World Series
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The World Series is the championship competition played between the two top Major League Baseball (MLB) teams. Each year, this competition decides which team will become the MLB champion. Learn more about this fascinating championship in World Series, a title in the We Are the Champions series. We Are the Champions is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. Each title in the series features easy-to-read text,
stunning visuals, and a challenging educational...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Learn about Derek Jeter and how he knew when he was a child that he wanted to be where he is today. In this sports biography, follow Derek goes from becoming a great high school baseball player to an All-Star starting shortstop for the New York Yankees"--Provided by publisher.
9) Baseball
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and full color photographs introduce beginning readers to the sport of baseball. Developed by literacy experts for students in grades two through five"--Provided by publisher.
10) Baseball
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers learn about the sport of baseball and its history.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Rocky, a talented catcher who was injured during the previous baseball season by an out-of-control runner, develops a reflex that keeps him from tagging the runner out, Rocky's friends--and his dog Chops--help him overcome his fear.
13) Plunked
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
Description
Sixth-grader Jack Mogens loses his nerve after getting hit by a pitch, and has to dig deep within himself to avoid giving up the sport he loves.
16) Baseball
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join a baseball team. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy"--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Baseball has long been dubbed America's national pastime. When the top teams face off in the World Series each season, team legacies and fans' hearts are on the line. Author Matt Doeden covers the century-long history of the World Series, from its humble beginnings to becoming a worldwide sensation. Discover the drama behind the statistics and record books that keeps the crowd enthralled!
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