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Baseball for Kids: A Young Fan's Guide to the History of the Game
Batter up! A complete history of baseball for kids
Who invented baseball? How long has it been around? Who was the Great Bambino? Baseball for Kids answers all those burning questions and more as kids (ages 5-7) weave their way through the history of America’s national sport through fun facts, stories, and legends.
Your child will journey back to the beginnings of the game from the invention of the strikeout and foul ball to the integration of African-American ballplayers and the construction of iconic ballparks. They’ll also learn about the sport’s most famous personalities from big hitters like Lou Gehrig to heat-throwing pitchers like Bob Gibson.
Baseball for Kids includes:
Packed with fun―Children will revel in the cool information, trivia subjects, true or false challenges, and other tantalizing tidbits about the sport.
From past to present―Baseball for Kids covers changes to the rules as well as adaptations to uniforms, mitts, bats, and other equipment.
Get out there!―Use the Future Stars section to inspire your child to pick up a bat and a ball and swing for the fences.
Hit a home run with your little one when you introduce them to our national pastime with Baseball for Kids.
Who invented baseball? How long has it been around? Who was the Great Bambino? Baseball for Kids answers all those burning questions and more as kids (ages 5-7) weave their way through the history of America’s national sport through fun facts, stories, and legends.
Your child will journey back to the beginnings of the game from the invention of the strikeout and foul ball to the integration of African-American ballplayers and the construction of iconic ballparks. They’ll also learn about the sport’s most famous personalities from big hitters like Lou Gehrig to heat-throwing pitchers like Bob Gibson.
Baseball for Kids includes:
Packed with fun―Children will revel in the cool information, trivia subjects, true or false challenges, and other tantalizing tidbits about the sport.
From past to present―Baseball for Kids covers changes to the rules as well as adaptations to uniforms, mitts, bats, and other equipment.
Get out there!―Use the Future Stars section to inspire your child to pick up a bat and a ball and swing for the fences.
Hit a home run with your little one when you introduce them to our national pastime with Baseball for Kids.
88 pages, Paperback
Published April 28, 2020
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June 9, 2020
This was actually a book I had gotten for my husband in mind since I was hoping he would take an interest in reading again, possibly - more hopefully with me. Although the plan didn't work I have to say that I actually found myself rather enjoying this piece of American sports writing and getting to know a few things I probably wouldn't have known otherwise.
The writing starts off with an introduction explaining how baseball fitted into the author's life and how he believes that even if you should never have heard of it there may be some elements of the sports that may have infiltrated your life whether it is sayings or hearing the song that is the theme of American baseball. And from there the book gets started into its tackle of the history.
Each section of the book starts off with a small blurb giving a bit of information for the upcoming chapter information. From there each page tackles a different subject matter related to the section in whole in small bits and pieces with either stats being explored, true or false questions or Q&As, plus a captioned photo for each time.
But what really impressed me with this book is the fact that instead of steering away from more questionable aspects of baseball the book was honest and upfront of the actual history. At the same time it made a salute to the improvised answers that were created by those groups, their contributions and how those left out groups would eventually make their own mark when given an opportunity. As such readers are introduced to the women teams that inspired the movie "A Team of Their Own" and the Negro Leagues as well.
I would most definitely recommend this read for those who are fans of sports or baseball in particular, no matter the age.
**Please note I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review**
The writing starts off with an introduction explaining how baseball fitted into the author's life and how he believes that even if you should never have heard of it there may be some elements of the sports that may have infiltrated your life whether it is sayings or hearing the song that is the theme of American baseball. And from there the book gets started into its tackle of the history.
Each section of the book starts off with a small blurb giving a bit of information for the upcoming chapter information. From there each page tackles a different subject matter related to the section in whole in small bits and pieces with either stats being explored, true or false questions or Q&As, plus a captioned photo for each time.
But what really impressed me with this book is the fact that instead of steering away from more questionable aspects of baseball the book was honest and upfront of the actual history. At the same time it made a salute to the improvised answers that were created by those groups, their contributions and how those left out groups would eventually make their own mark when given an opportunity. As such readers are introduced to the women teams that inspired the movie "A Team of Their Own" and the Negro Leagues as well.
I would most definitely recommend this read for those who are fans of sports or baseball in particular, no matter the age.
**Please note I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review**
April 27, 2020
Baseball may be America’s pastime, but for many it is a mystery. Or, at least, it is something others love, not them.
This book presents itself as a “A Young Fan’s Guide to the History of the Game” with the appropriate title: Baseball for Kids. But if baseball is your thing then this might be the book you not only get for your kids, but also for anyone in your life who wonders why you are so enamored with the game. The author, Adam MacKinnon, presents a series of chapters which highlight the various aspects of the game. Even the uninitiated will gain something. The pictures are nice and the verbiage short. Those who are new to the game will not bet bogged down and by the end of the book they will, at least, understand what has captivated you.
Obviously, the book is written for young children who are new to this sport. The author keeps the written sections short and to the point. He doesn’t wax eloquently, although you get the feeling, he would love nothing better. He has kept his audience in mind as he tries to capture new hearts with something that has obviously captured his for many years.
The book is full of pictures, statistics, and interesting stories. MacKinnon keeps the book moving and along the way the reader will learn a thing are two about “America’s Pastime”.
Upon request the publisher sent me a copy of the book to review.
This book presents itself as a “A Young Fan’s Guide to the History of the Game” with the appropriate title: Baseball for Kids. But if baseball is your thing then this might be the book you not only get for your kids, but also for anyone in your life who wonders why you are so enamored with the game. The author, Adam MacKinnon, presents a series of chapters which highlight the various aspects of the game. Even the uninitiated will gain something. The pictures are nice and the verbiage short. Those who are new to the game will not bet bogged down and by the end of the book they will, at least, understand what has captivated you.
Obviously, the book is written for young children who are new to this sport. The author keeps the written sections short and to the point. He doesn’t wax eloquently, although you get the feeling, he would love nothing better. He has kept his audience in mind as he tries to capture new hearts with something that has obviously captured his for many years.
The book is full of pictures, statistics, and interesting stories. MacKinnon keeps the book moving and along the way the reader will learn a thing are two about “America’s Pastime”.
Upon request the publisher sent me a copy of the book to review.
May 31, 2020
Great overview of the history of the game of baseball. I read it with my 7 year old and we both learned a lot. The Q&A, Stellar Stat and Who Said It sections were nice additions. The layout is easy to read and appealing to look at.
Thank you Callisto Publishing for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review.
Thank you Callisto Publishing for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review.
March 28, 2020
I received a complimentary copy.
Fun facts, beautiful photos and a ton of fun for anyone interested in baseball.
Fun facts, beautiful photos and a ton of fun for anyone interested in baseball.
June 30, 2020
Every young fan should have this book! Every parent who is a baseball fan will love this book. Super fun to read and lots of fun baseball facts.
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