by: Tim Green
Harper 2010
Baseball Great is the first in a three-book baseball series. The next two books are entitled Rivals and Best of the Best.
From the back cover:
When the school paper calls him "Grant Middle's best hope for its first-ever city-wide championship," Josh feels like he's starting to get noticed-in good and bad ways. Seeing Josh's talent, his father drags him out of the school baseball tryouts and gets him in the running for the Titans, the local youth championship team coached by Rocky Valentine.
All Josh really wants to do is play ball, but now Rocky wants him to gulp down protein shakes and other supplements. Suspicious, Josh and his new friend, Jaden, uncover a dangerous secret-and catch the attention of one many who will do anything to keep them from exposing it.
Now, let me say that my son is a very picky reader. Finding a book that keeps his attention and keeps him reading can be a challenge. Here are a few of his thoughts.
What did you like about the book?
Book about baseball
Kind of like a mystery
What kept you reading?
I wanted to find out if they would catch the person that was supplying the baseball team with steroids.
How many stars would you rate this book? (5 is highest)
5 stars
Any final thoughts?
I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
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Tell your son that was a great review. This sounds like a great book for a baseball fan.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great book for boys!
ReplyDeleteI love when kids connect with a book because it centers on an interest of theirs! My daughter recently read one of Mike Lupica's books on basketball (he writes baseball books too). Great to hear your son's thoughts!
ReplyDeleteIt's always interesting to hear from a real middle-grader! Thanks, Jennifer. And tell your son thanks too.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear someone is addressing the steroid issue even for that age group. I remember shelving these books at the bookstore, but I've never read any of his.
I loved Tim Green's Pinch Hit. I love all things baseball. I can't wait to read this one. Thanks for your son's succinct review and for running the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteIt was interesting reading your son's thoughts about the book. I have to admit I'm not a big fan of baseball but for the mystery mentioned I think I won't mind reading it.
ReplyDeleteHard to resist mystery books.
Tim Green is one of those "sportswriters" whose writing often transcends sports. Nice review by your son!
ReplyDeleteLove your son's answers to the first questions - short and to the point! My son's answers would probably be similar, if not simple a head nod or head shake! :-)
ReplyDeleteI read this book this summer and enjoyed it. I loved trying to figure out the mystery and think that the sports aspect will appeal to many kids. It was great to hear your sons thoughts!
ReplyDelete~Jess