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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023 · Est. 4.5 hour read
Walk-Off
By Derek Jeter
Book #10 in the Jeter Publishing series
A young athlete learns that hard work is the key to achieving his dreams on and off the field.
4.6/5 Goodreads · 35 ratings
176 pages· 32,923 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
As Derek approaches his 13th birthday, he dreams of becoming the Yankees' shortstop. With summer baseball looming, he faces the challenge of proving himself. Guided by his dad and Coach Russell, Derek learns that dedication and focus are crucial. Will he master the small details to achieve his big dreams? As the school year ends, Derek must balance his ambitions with everyday challenges, discovering that only through perseverance can he make his dreams a reality. Can he rise to the occasion and hit a grand slam in life and baseball?
From the publisher
In the tenth book in the New York Times bestselling middle grade series inspired by the life of iconic New York Yankee Derek Jeter, young Derek and his friends persevere through everyday challenges. Derek Jeter dreams of being the shortstop for the New York Yankees. He even imagines himself in the World Series. So Derek makes his case to be shortstop, but realizes winning is hard. With his dad, Derek works hard practicing and makes sure he keeps a clear mind and stays focused. Coach Russell reminds him to work hard and get the small things right and the big things will follow. Derek discovers hard work is the only way to success and only he can make his dreams come true.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 176
- Words
- 32,923
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 780L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5
- F&P level
- ~S
- AR points
- 5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 550871
Publication
- Published
- April 18, 2023
- Publisher
- Simon SchusterPaula Wiseman Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781665931212
- LCCN
- 2022050295
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