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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1999 · Est. 13 min read-aloud
The Babe & I
By David A. Adler, Terry Widener (Illustrator)
Two boys find hope and teamwork with Babe Ruth during the Great Depression.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 285 ratings
32 pages· 1,664 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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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
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,664
- Reading age
- 4–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 590L
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The fine print
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
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