Legends in Sports: Babe Ruth
Legends in Sports: Babe Ruth
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Legends in Sports: Babe Ruth

Written by Matt Christopher
Part of the Legends in Sports Book Series
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8 - 12
Reading age
112
Page count
154
Words per page
990L
Lexile measure
Sep 1, 2005
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In a career that spanned over thirty years, George Herman “Babe” Ruth changed the way the sport of baseball was played. He was the first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and in the outfield made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport shined through in the way he laughed while jogging around the bases, in how he kidded and horsed around with teammates, and in his overall determination to win. But there was a darker side to Babe, one that nearly ruined his career - and his life. In the end, however, Ruth managed to overcome his personal demons, recapture his health, and go on to lead his beloved Yankees to championship status. Simply put, there has never been another player like the Babe. This comprehensive biography of one of baseball’s most memorable legends also comes with photos.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780316011136
    Publication Date
    September 1, 2005
    Publisher
    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
    Page Count
    112
    Words Per Page
    154
    Reading Age
    8 - 12 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2005007978
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    58595088
    Lexile® Level
    990L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~X
    ATOS® Book Level
    6.3
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    3
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    100573
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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