The Kid Who Only Hit Homers (Matt Christopher Sports Classics) - Softcover

Christopher, Matt

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0316139874 ISBN 13: 9780316139878

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 1986

Synopsis

Over one million copies sold!
A baseball fan learns the true meaning of success in this beloved classic that will capture the imaginations of a new generation of young readers.
Sylvester loves baseball, but he isn't exactly what you'd call a good hitter. Even though he wants nothing more than to join his neighborhood team, the Hooper Redbirds, he's sure he'll never do anything more than warm the bench. But then he meets the mysterious Mr. Baruth who promises to make Sylvester one of the best players ever. Suddenly, Sylvester goes from the worst player on the team to the kid who can only hit homers.
With his overnight success, however, come tough questions. Will Sylvester ever learn the true meaning of teamwork? And what will happen when he has to learn to stand on his own?

This beloved story about baseball, confidence, perseverance, and being a good teammate is a modern classic and sure to win over a new generation of young sports fans.

About this title

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When Sylvester meets George Baruth, he goes from being a terrible hitter to the boy who only hit homers!  But how will he answer some of the difficult questions that go with his new talent?

Matt Christopher's series of sports fiction novels have captured the imagination of young readers everywhere.  He also writes about basketball, hockey, soccer and other sports.

About the Author

Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.

About this edition

• Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
• Publication date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 0316139874
• ISBN 13: 9780316139878
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 151