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Anybody's Game

The Story of the First Girl to Play Little League Baseball

by Heather Lang

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

In 1950, Kathryn Johnston dreamed of playing Little League but faced a rule that kept girls out. Determined, she disguised herself and joined the team, showing how courage and determination can change the game for everyone. This inspiring tale celebrates bravery and the power of standing up for what you believe in.

Representation & Themes

Coming of AgeFamilySportsSocial Justice

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780807503799
Pages
32
Publisher
Albert Whitman
Published
Mar 01, 2018
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
1,268

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Baseball, biographyBaseball players, juvenile literatureWomen, united states, biographyWomen, biography, juvenile literaturePicture books