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Written by: John La Macchia
Illustrated by: Angela Ponder
A simple game of catch between a dad and his two sons leads to a result that shows what can happen if you just keep trying...
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Young baseball enthusiasts will love this easy to read chapter book that brings together the game of baseball and the importance of perseverance.
about The Author
John B. La Macchia, Jr., a retired Consulting Actuary, was born in 1931 in East Harlem, New York City where his love for baseball began as a boy and continues to today. Because the love of the sport has stayed with him throughout his life, John always dreamed about writing a children's book about baseball. He now resides in Santa Monica, CA.
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about The illustrator
Angela Ponder is a graphic designer and illustrator of children's books. She loves baseball and, because she grew up with that love of baseball in St. Louis, MO, she's legally required to be a Cardinals fan. When she's not illustrating you can find her watching baseball, football, curling, and pretty much any other sport on TV.
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