LOU GEHRIG: THE LUCKIEST MAN

by David A. Adler
This simple biography of the acclaimed athlete covers the high points of Gehrig's career while underscoring his lifelong modesty and his courage in the face of serious illness. Gulliver Books; ages four to eight.
LOU GEHRIG: THE LUCKIEST MAN

ZERO'S SLIDER

by Matt Christopher
A boy with an erratic pitching record discovers that he can throw perfect sliders after accidentally injuring--and bandaging--his good thumb.
Little Brown; ages four to eight.
ZERO'S SLIDER

THE KID COACH

by Fred Bowen
Tidbits of baseball history crop up in this story of a boy who tries his hand at coaching with the help of a player they call Brain. Peachtree; ages nine to 12.
THE KID COACH

A SEASON OF COMEBACKS

by Kathy MacKel
Sibling rivalry between two sisters rises to a crescendo as one becomes the best softball pitcher in the state, garnering heaps of attention from Coach: their dad.
Paper Star; ages nine to 12.
A SEASON OF COMEBACKS

SKINNYBONES

by Barbara Park
The smallest kid on the Little League team has the biggest mouth, which he uses to hilarious advantage while bragging his way into a battle of skills way over his head.
Bullseye Books; ages nine to 12.
SKINNYBONES