Grade 3-5-A colorful history showing how the game has evolved over the years. The book consists of a hodgepodge of trivia and questions (with answers in the back), only slightly organized around chapters such as "Playing the Game" and "Cheering the Game." The section on "Heroes of the Game" does not go into any personality in depth. The Negro League and admission of girls into the Little League in the 1970s are mentioned. There is no index. The black-and-white and full-color photographs and reproductions are of high quality. However, libraries that own James Kelley's Baseball (DK, 2000), which covers baseball history in a more organized manner, will not need Rosenthal's title.
Blair Christolon, Prince William Public Library System, Manassas, VA
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Product Description
Fascinating to browse through and fun to read, this colorful scrapbook celebrates the great American pastime as it showcases photos and artifacts from the first major traveling exhibition of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Dramatic images capture the sport’s famous moments and commemorate the heroes that kids love—from Babe Ruth to Sammy Sosa, Jackie Robinson to Mark McGwire. Lively vignettes, fun facts, and quizzes unfold the history and spirit of the sport, revealing how the phenomenon of baseball has reflected and shaped America’s culture over the years. A unique collectible and great gift for young sports lovers!
