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King of the Mound
After a two-year recovery in the hospital from contracting polio, Nick's new world is completely different. Aside from his large leg brace, the world seemed to have gone on without him while he was gone. His friends are no longer coming and going with offers to hang out and play ball, and his dad looks at him with pity and shame. Before he became ill, he was the star pitcher on his team. Now, he can't even throw the ball without tipping over. Since his dad is heavily involved in baseball, Nick is regularly able to visit the semi-professional baseball league's stadium in his town. He really looks up to a new member of the team because he gives him the confidence and instruction to not give up on his baseball dreams. 155 pgs, pb. ~ Brianna
When Nick is released from the hospital after suffering from polio, he is sure that his father will never look at him in the same way again. Once the best pitcher in youth league, Nick now walks with a limp and is dependent on a heavy leg brace. He isn't sure he will ever return to the mound, never mind be the star he once was.
When Nick starts working for Mr. Churchill, the owner of the semiprofessional team Nick's dad plays for, he meets Satchel Paige, arguably the best pitcher in the world. Not allowed in the major leagues because of his skin color, Satchel teaches Nick that some things can be overcome with hard work and dedication, and that just because you're down, you are most certainly not out.
As Satchel and his unique teammates barnstorm toward a national baseball tournament, Nick wonders if he can really overcome what seems like the impossible and pitch again.
Product Format: | Paperback |
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Brand: | Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers |
Author: | Wes Tooke |
Grades: | 3-7 |
ISBN: | 9781442433472 |
Length in Inches: | 7.625 |
Width in Inches: | 5.125 |
Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
Weight in Pounds: | 0.25 |