Books About Babe Ruth

The Best Babe Ruth Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about babe ruth? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Babe Ruth

Who Was Babe Ruth?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Who Was Babe Ruth?

A biography of Babe Ruth, the legendary baseball player

112 pages· 7,643 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 1,412 ratings
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Summary: Babe Ruth, a mischievous kid from Baltimore, finds his calling in baseball at reform school. By nineteen, he's on the path to becoming a legend. Despite his flaws, his heart and swing are unmatched. Dive into the rags-to-riches tale of the Home Run King, where every swing could change the game. What challenges did he face, and how did he overcome them to become a sports icon? This biography, filled with vivid illustrations, brings to life the story of a man who defined an era and left an indelible mark on baseball history.
Home Run
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9

Home Run

By Robert Burleigh, Mike Wimmer (Illustrator)

A boy from a dirt lot grows into the biggest legend baseball has known.

32 pages· 558 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 202 ratings
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Summary: George Herman Ruth Jr. started out playing ball on a dirt lot and grew up to become the Babe. In spare, poetic text and powerful oil paintings, this picture-book biography captures the slugger at the plate, while vintage-style baseball cards throughout track his career highlights and a time when baseball was America's game.
Babe Ruth Saves Baseball!
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2005

Babe Ruth Saves Baseball!

By Frank Murphy, Richard Walz (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Step into Reading series

The story of how Babe Ruth saved baseball.

48 pages· 996 words· Est. 12 min read
4.2 Goodreads · 128 ratings
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Summary: In 1919, baseball faces a crisis as fans abandon the sport. Babe Ruth, the legendary slugger, must reignite America's passion for the game. Will his efforts be enough to save baseball, or is the sport doomed to fade into obscurity? Discover the thrilling journey of a hero determined to restore the glory of America's pastime.