The Magic Baseball Cap

by Janice B. Sibley and David A. Ham

For all young ball players who often strike out or never seem to make the play, this delightful rhyming journey teaches kids, through baseball, all about the magic of believing in themselves. The wind... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0974692026
• ISBN13: 9780974692029
• Release Date: April 2008
• Publisher: CRM Publishers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.7" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 7 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 4

Customer Reviews

Confidence in Rhyme

This book, written in rhyme, tells the story of a magical cap that flies around the country giving young ballplayers the ability to fill their dreams and build their confidence. The Magical Baseball Cap begins its journey by flying off the head of an old pro. The magic begins when the magical cap flies to New York and lands on Steven's head as he steps up to bat. This gives Steven the confidence he needs to knock the ball out of the ballpark. Then, just like that, in the blink of an eye, the cap was gone as it took to the sky. It soars past the Statue of Liberty, heading to Maryland. It lands on the head of Bobby Dunn. Bobby tries but can't seem to catch a fly ball. He shuts his eyes tightly and starts to pray. Now with the cap on, he opens his eyes, and picks the baseball out of the sky. Since his hidden talents at catching were found, the cap left Maryland without a sound. It flies to Florida to sit on Allison's head giving her the courage to watch the pitcher make his throw. With a grip and a grin and a swing like no other, she got her first hit to the cheers of her mother. It flies to Missouri and circles the Gateway Arch. Then on to Iowa where it lands on Cory who plays second base, but his throws often went at a slow pace. Well he reached up and touched the cap with his hand, and his very next throw traveled where he planned. All the players on both teams began to cheer, shouting Cory's name for the whole town to hear. The story ends as the baseball cap returns to the old pro. This magical book will open the door for discussion between you and your child concerning confidence and self-esteem. Parents, teachers, and coaches can use this story to hit home the power of positive thinking to young ball players.