Babe Ruth
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2010 · Est. 3 hour read

Babe Ruth

Written by David Fischer

Part of the Sterling Biographies series

Discover the legendary rise of baseball's greatest player and the curse that haunted a team for decades.

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124 pages· 25,189 words· Est. 3 hour read· 1080L
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Bookroo's summary

Explore the life of Babe Ruth, from his challenging childhood and reform school days to becoming baseball's iconic 'Sultan of Swat.' Uncover the stories behind his legendary nickname, his inspiring influence on children, and his record-breaking achievements. Delve into the mysterious curse that plagued the Boston Red Sox for years. This biography captures the essence of a sports legend whose impact transcends time, leaving fans in awe and wonder.

From the publisher

Making legends and leaving people awestruck: that s what Babe Ruth was all about. More than 70 years after he swung his bat for the final time, the Sultan of Swat remains baseball s greatest player. “Find out about” - His troubled childhoodincluding a period in reform school- How he got his legendary nickname- How he always tried to be an inspiration to children- His record-breaking plays- The curse of the Babe that haunted the Boston Red Sox for so many yearsThis biography really hits one home!”

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
124
Words
25,189
Reading age
10–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
1080L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
7.1
F&P level
~Z
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
143514
Publication
Published
April 6, 2010
Publisher
Union Square Kids
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781402763663
LCCN
2009024214

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