The Innings and Outs of Baseball: Ready-to-Read Level 3

Science of Fun Stuff

by Jordan D. Brown, Kelly Kennedy (Illustrations)

Learn the fascinating science behind baseball in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the science of fun stuff!

Did you know that every time you watch a baseball game, you are watching some great examples of physics in action? Why exactly does the amount of spin on a pitch determine how far a ball can be hit? And what’s the scientific reason that using pine tar on the bat makes it easier to grip? Learn all about the science behind America’s favorite pastime in this fun, fact-filled Level 3 Ready-to-Read!

A special section at the back of the book includes Common Core–vetted extras on subjects like anatomy and history, and there’s even a fun quiz so readers can test themselves to see what they’ve learned!

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Baseball, Childrens, Picture Books, Sports

48 pages, Paperback

First published February 17, 2015

Reviews

[Rebekah Morris · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting book for young readers about the science of baseball. Things like why different pitches do different things, and what sort of bat is easiest to hit home runs with. There is also some history about baseball in the back.

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Innings and Outs of Baseball focuses on the science of America's pastime. The book looks at the science behind hitting, pitching with explanations of several different types of pitches and how they are possible), the stadium experience, and baseball experiments. I didn't realize that certain pitches come about because of the way the pitcher holds the ball. Some of the experiments performed over the years related to baseball are also fascinating. Additional information includes a brief baseball timeline, women in baseball, and the anatomy of the human arm. A brief quiz allows the reader to see how much they remember from the book.

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

My Review: Munchkin has once again enjoyed another season of baseball. He also got to go to his first Minor League game as well, so of course he wanted to know more about the rules. This was a great book to read, it broke down not only how the game is played and why things are the way they are but also a bit of the science behind it, I had no idea so much science went into the design of the ball and even the stitching. This was a great book for a young reader and player to enjoy and gain a deeper understanding of the game they enjoy.

[Ami · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice intro to some key scientific concepts, Newton's laws of motion, gravity, drag, etc. through the lens of baseball.

[Kellyanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love when there are kids books about my favorites things. Especially ones that make it easy, fun, and delve into the science behind it.

[Jillian · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another solid entry in the Science of Fun Stuff series. This one tends to wander a bit, but the science is still easy and approachable - from Newton to aerodynamics to reaction times to acoustics.... it covers A LOT and some kiddos might get lost. BUT! It's still an excellent way to introduce some really cool science concepts to someone who might not care otherwise.

[Alyson (Kid Lit Frenzy) · Rating 4 out of 5]

The physics of baseball told in a humorous manner - a Level 3 reader.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Learned that the stitches on a baseball help contribute to drag.

[Trudi · Rating 4 out of 5]

This books gives you the physics behind hitting a baseball and pitching a baseball and the how and why the ball/bat performs the way it does.

[Juli · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun series.