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Hardback. Condition: Good. Passport to Reading Level 4Newly independent readers will love this classic baseball story now illustrated in full color with brand new artwork Mike has a special relationship with his dog, Harry. They can read each other's minds Harry is able to help Mike out with tips about the opposing players on the baseball field, but Mike's having trouble with his pitches--and the buddies need to work together to save the game. Vasconcellos, Daniel (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Good. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. While studying kung fu to try to overcome his clumsiness, Mark learns something that may interfere with his friends' plans for a group Halloween costume.

Hardback. Condition: Good. Jabber Morris has had his heart set on playing soccer, but his family is pressuring him to play football, a sport his father played and loved before he died. A tough situation is made even more difficult when suspicion of stealing a wallet falls on Jabber's shoulders. Now he has to tell his uncle that he's decided to play soccer once and for all -- and convince his brother that he's not a thief. But will either of them accept what he says.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Can a skateboard pro conquer the slopes? Dennis O'Malley is the best skateboarder in town. Unfortunately, he has to shelve his board for more than half the year, when the streets are covered with snow. Then a new sport emerges on the scene, one that Dennis's friends think he'd be a natural at: snowboarding. Since snowboarding and skateboarding use such similar moves and techniques, making the jump from the streets to the slopes should be a breeze for Dennis. Only Dennis knows it won't be. Kids, The #1 Sports Writer For (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Ron can't believe his luck when he finds a dirt bike at the bottom of a nearby lake. His luck seems to keep improving as he works towards his dream of being in a dirt bike race. But when he befriends a rich old man who used to be a racer, his dream is threatened by the man's jealous nephew.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Ron can't believe his luck when he finds a dirt bike at the bottom of a nearby lake. His luck seems to keep improving as he works towards his dream of being in a dirt bike race. But when he befriends a rich old man who used to be a racer, his dream is threatened by the man's jealous nephew.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Ron can't believe his luck when he finds a dirt bike at the bottom of a nearby lake. His luck seems to keep improving as he works towards his dream of being in a dirt bike race. But when he befriends a rich old man who used to be a racer, his dream is threatened by the man's jealous nephew.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. All Renny Harding wants is to play centre-forward and help his team - the Blue Hornets - win the championship. All Bruce McCormack wants is to win the championship for his team - the Yellow Jackets - and to take home the MVP award. The two boys could not be more different, but can they be friends.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. All Renny Harding wants is to play centre-forward and help his team - the Blue Hornets - win the championship. All Bruce McCormack wants is to win the championship for his team - the Yellow Jackets - and to take home the MVP award. The two boys could not be more different, but can they be friends.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardback. Condition: Fair. When Rusty is diagnosed with diabetes, his parents want him to stop playing basketball. This doesn't fit in with Rusty's plans though, and when he finds out his friends have formed a summer league team, he's determined to persuade his parents to let him join them. Meyer, Karen (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Barry McGee, hit-away batter for the Peach Street Mudders, enjoys winning so much that he has a tendency to bend the rules; then the dirty tactics of the pitcher on a rival team give him a new perspective on sports ethics.

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Joey is sure he will not get along with the exchange student from Nicaragua who is staying with his family for a year, but they find common ground on the baseball field.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. One thing keeps Jim Nardi from being the best linebacker on the Vulcans: his fear of getting tackled. His teammates are disgusted and his brother, the coach, is deeply disappointed in him. With his friend Chuckie's special courage as an example, can Jim find the strength to face his fears.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Peter is a genius with dirt bikes, he can take them apart, fix them up, and race them like a champion. He also has a knack for getting into trouble. Two days after running away from his foster home he finds himself mixed up with two dangerous strangers. Will his skill with bikes save him.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Ken Griffey Jr., son of former pro ballplayer Ken Griffey Sr., has baseball in his blood. From his early years hanging out at Yankee Stadium with his father through his high school days as a baseball star, Ken Jr. was destined to bring greatness to whatever team he played for. He fulfilled his destiny by helping shape his former team, the Seattle Mariners, into division champs. In 2000, Griffey took his legendary skills and famous smile to the Cincinnati Reds to try to win a World Series with his hometown team.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Ken Griffey Jr., son of former pro ballplayer Ken Griffey Sr., has baseball in his blood. From his early years hanging out at Yankee Stadium with his father through his high school days as a baseball star, Ken Jr. was destined to bring greatness to whatever team he played for. He fulfilled his destiny by helping shape his former team, the Seattle Mariners, into division champs. In 2000, Griffey took his legendary skills and famous smile to the Cincinnati Reds to try to win a World Series with his hometown team.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. When he learns why his best friend taught him an unbeatable pitch instead of using it himself, Bernie learns a sad lesson about friendship.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Joey is sure he will not get along with the exchange student from Nicaragua who is staying with his family for a year, but they find common ground on the baseball field.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Larry wishes his Dad would take time off from his legal practice to watch him play football. He takes some consolation from the letters he receives from Yancey Foote, his pro-football hero. But the letters stop coming, and Larry finds out that Yancey is in legal trouble. Can Larry's Dad help. …

Paperback. Condition: Good. TOUCHDOWN FOR TOMMY Is football Tommy's key to a new home? Football isn't just Tommy's favorite sport-he also thinks that it's the key to a good home. The recently orphaned Tommy is delighted to discover that his foster father, Mr. Powell, coaches Midget League football. By playing well, Tommy hopes that he will make Mr. Powell want to adopt him, and then he will have a real family again. But will things work out the way he plans. …

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Chico Romez is new to the Royals baseball team, but all the players welcome him and his ability in the outfield. All but one, that its. String Becker seems to have it in for Chico. What will it take for Chico to prove himself to String. Ramsey, Marcy (illustrator).