The Home Run Kid Races On

The Home Run Kid Races On
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2010-04-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316088560

Home run slugger Sylvester Coddmyer the Third has an amazing secret. For three seasons, he's been coached by men who look exactly like baseball legends: Babe Ruth, Eddie Cicotte, and Mickey Mantle. Are these men just impersonating famous ballplayers, as his friend Duane insists? Or are they from the "beyond," as Snooky Malone believes? The mystery deepens in this fourth title of the exciting Home Run Kid series when yet another character from baseball's past appears to coach Syl. But is Syl the only one getting pointers? And will Snooky ever get to the bottom of this mystery?

Return of the Home Run Kid

Return of the Home Run Kid
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2008-11-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 031604816X

Sylvester's baseball has been so dismal that the coach has him warming the bench. So when Cheeko offers to show him a few pointers, he eagerly accepts his offer. But Sylvester can't help thinking there's something fishy about Cheeko.

The Home Run Kid Races on

The Home Run Kid Races on
Author: Stephanie True Peters
Publisher:
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2010
Genre: Baseball stories
ISBN: 9780329774769

Sylvester improves his baseball skills while being coached by a man who bears a striking resemblance to baseball great Ty Cobb.

Great Moments in American Auto Racing

Great Moments in American Auto Racing
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 87
Release: 2011-05-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0316175102

The history of auto racing is chock-full of famous moments, with big-name drivers like Mario Andretti and Jeff Gordon. The histories of the Indy 500 and Daytona 500 races are rich with legendary drivers, family dynasties, rivalries, and tragedies. Fans of this sport are truly loyal and fanatical, and readers will eat up all the descriptions of nail-biting moments of tension. Packed with facts and action, this is a book young NASCAR fans will reach for again and again -- and because it comes from Matt Christopher, young readers know they're getting the best sports writing on the shelf.

Football Fugitive with SNEAK PEEKS of 8 Matt Christopher Books

Football Fugitive with SNEAK PEEKS of 8 Matt Christopher Books
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 183
Release: 2012-10-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316231614

!--StartFragment--Calling all sports fans! Do you love reading about football, baseball, basketball, or soccer? Look no further for the best of the best from Matt Christopher. Get your game face on with the fast-paced, full novel, Football Fugitive! Then, whether you're interested in Slam Dunks, Penalty Shots, or you think you're the next Primetime Pitcher, the SNEAK PEEKS of eight more Matt Christopher books will be sure to stimulate your thirst for these other action-packed novels for young readers! !--EndFragment--

The Home Run Kid Races On

The Home Run Kid Races On
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2010-04-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316088560

Home run slugger Sylvester Coddmyer the Third has an amazing secret. For three seasons, he's been coached by men who look exactly like baseball legends: Babe Ruth, Eddie Cicotte, and Mickey Mantle. Are these men just impersonating famous ballplayers, as his friend Duane insists? Or are they from the "beyond," as Snooky Malone believes? The mystery deepens in this fourth title of the exciting Home Run Kid series when yet another character from baseball's past appears to coach Syl. But is Syl the only one getting pointers? And will Snooky ever get to the bottom of this mystery?

Hook Shot Hero

Hook Shot Hero
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2011-08-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316205621

Tim Daniels is back at Camp Wikasaukee with rest of the gang from Nothin' But Net, serving as a mentor to three young rookies, and he's got his hands full! He's still working on keeping his height from getting in the way of his game--he's shorter than most of the guys. Plus, he's got a bully on his hands, and he's got to find a way to inspire his campers. Good thing NCAA pro Dick Dunbar is there to help Tim with a super-cool shot that gives him the confidence to make his mark at camp. Packed with on the court action and useful lessons about the game, this is story that gets to the heart of what team sports are all about--and because it comes from Matt Christopher, young readers know they're getting the best sports writing on the shelf.

Out at Second

Out at Second
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2011-02-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316122947

Should Manny keep his promise-even if it puts his friend in danger? When the Grizzlies' first basemen is sidelined two days before the playoffs, catcher Manny Griffin and second baseman Stu Fletcher take it upon themselves to help his replacement become a better player. The three practice together and all is going well-until a wild throw hits Stu right in the head! Manny gives his word to keep quiet, but a few days later, Stu starts acting funny. Now Manny faces a difficult decision: should he break his promise and let Stu and the team down... or keep silent and hope that he's not putting Stu in danger? Matt Christopher is the name young readers turn to when they're looking for fast-paced, action packed sports novels.

Comeback of the Home Run Kid

Comeback of the Home Run Kid
Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2009-12-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316093785

Sylvester Coddmyer III, star of "The Kid Who Only Hit Homers" and "Return of the Home Run Kid" is about to face his biggest challenge yet. He sprains his ankle and wonders how he will hit homers--or even singles--when every swing means pain.