The Babe & I
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1999 · Est. 13 min read-aloud

The Babe & I

Written by David A. Adler · Illustrated by Terry Widener

Two boys find hope and teamwork with Babe Ruth during the Great Depression.

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32 pages· 1,664 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud· 590L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1932, amidst the Great Depression, two boys face tough times but find solace in baseball. When one of them meets Babe Ruth while selling newspapers, they discover that creativity and teamwork can change their fortunes. As they strive to support their team, will the legendary Babe Ruth's influence be enough to inspire their success?

From the publisher

It’s 1932 and hard times are everywhere. But life isn’t all bad. America still loves baseball, and Babe Ruth is the star of the game. And two boys are about to discover that with some creativity, hard work, and a little help from the Babe himself, they can do their part to help out their own team!

Awards

Golden Kite Honor (2000)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,664
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
590L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.2
F&P level
~O
Scholastic level
N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
29938
Publication
Published
March 1, 2004
First published
April 1, 1999
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152050269
LCCN
97037580
OCLC
816330287

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