Lucy Tries Baseball

by Lisa Bowes

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Pub Date Apr 11 2023 | Archive Date Feb 22 2023

Children's Fiction | Sports

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Description

Lucy is playing catch with her family at the park when she is invited to join her friends' baseball team.

Their friendly coach teaches them the basics of offense and defense as they practice catching, hitting and fielding. Then they use these skills in a real game, where Lucy must overcome her fear of getting hit by the ball. With encouragement from Coach Al, Lucy steps up to the plate and gives her best swing. Playing a big part in the game's exciting finish, Lucy realizes what makes baseball such a fun sport to play with family and friends.

Lucy Tries Baseball is the sixth title in the Lucy Tries Sports series, following books about basketball, hockey, soccer, short track and luge. The series encourages children to get active and participate in sports and recreation.

Lucy is playing catch with her family at the park when she is invited to join her friends' baseball team.

Their friendly coach teaches them the basics of offense and defense as they practice...

A Note From the Publisher

Lisa Bowes is a sports journalist and media consultant who was nominated for a Gemini Award for Best Writing in an Information Program or Series. She is a physical education graduate who is passionate about encouraging children and families to be active.

James Hearne is an internationally recognized illustrator and graphic designer.

Lisa Bowes is a sports journalist and media consultant who was nominated for a Gemini Award for Best Writing in an Information Program or Series. She is a physical education graduate who is...

Advance Praise

“I loved Lucy Tries Baseball! Makes me wish I was still coaching! Lisa does a wonderful job encouraging kids to try different sports, and with this one being about baseball, I’d have to say it’s my favourite. The more we can all do to help our kids be active, the better!”
Dan Shulman, Toronto Blue Jays play-by-play announcer and sportscaster

“I really enjoyed Lucy Tries Baseball! Lisa identifies the struggle that children go through when trying something new and overcoming insecurities, while explaining some of the intricacies of the great game of baseball. Let's keep our kids active!”
Chris Reitsma, former Major League Baseball pitcher

“Lucy Tries Baseball is a great book for kids. Sport teaches us life lessons, like how to battle through when things get tough. Lucy is a great example of what it looks like to persevere through different challenges. I hope you enjoy this book as much as my kids and I do!”
Justin Morneau, former Major League Baseball infielder, American League MVP and father of five