The Kid Who Only Hit Homers

Written by Matt Christopher

Part of the Matt Christopher Sports Classics series

A young baseball player gains mysterious skills but must learn the true meaning of teamwork.

3.9 Goodreads · 1,767 ratings

144 pages· 15,283 words· Est. 2 hour read· 650L

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Bookroo's summary

Sylvester dreams of playing for the Hooper Redbirds but struggles at bat. Enter Mr. Baruth, a mysterious figure who transforms Sylvester into a home run sensation. As Sylvester's fame grows, so do the challenges. Can he discover the essence of teamwork and independence, or will his newfound success unravel? This tale of baseball magic and personal growth invites readers to explore what it truly means to succeed.

From the publisher

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.

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