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Book

12 reasons to love baseball

Call Number

  • J 796.357 MASO (CEN, OSH)

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Publication Information

Mankato, MN : 12 Story Library, [2018]

Physical Description

32 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Audience

Grade 4 to 6.

Summary

Baseball has been called America s Favorite Pastime. and this book explains why. With engaging text and colorful photos, this book traces baseball s past, present, and future.

Contents

  • Baseball has a rich history
  • Baseball has unique ballparks
  • Bright young stars play in the majors
  • Baseball has impressive records
  • Spring training is a warm getaway
  • Home runs are exciting
  • Cooperstown celebrates baseball history
  • Baseball is popular around the globe
  • Baseball is a game of numbers
  • Champions win the World Series
  • Fans love the All-Star Game
  • Baseball has legendary teams
  • Fact sheet
  • Glossary
  • For more information
  • Index.

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