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Patrick, Jean L. S.

The Girl Who Struck Out Babe Ruth

48 pp. | Carolrhoda | April, 2000 | Library ISBN 1-57505-397-7 $$21.27 | Paper ISBN 1-57505-455-8 $$5.95
(4) K-3 Carolrhoda On My Own Books series. Illustrated by Jeni Reeves. In 1931, seventeen-year-old Jackie Mitchell not only was signed to a minor league baseball contract but also struck out Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig--a first for women. Although she was later barred from baseball because it was considered inappropriate for women, Jackie's story is still inspiring. Illustrated with mediocre full-color drawings, the easy-to-read text will appeal to primary-age children.
Reviewer: Barbara Barstow

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