The Golden Glove by Fred Bowen (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Golden Glove by Fred Bowen Without his lucky glove, Jamie doesnt believe in his ability to lead his baseball team to victory. Then he learns that faith in oneself is the most important equipment for any game. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Jamies lucky glove is the most precious thing in the world to him. Hes spent all winter oiling it while readying his skills for the upcoming season. But what happens when he loses the glove?After an unsuccessful search and a disappointing first game, Jamie realizes hes lost much more than his glove. Hes lost his confidence. So when he seeks help from the owner of a local sporting goods shop-a former minor league player-the old-timer shares the history of baseball gloves along with a few fielding tips to help improve Jamies game. But will it be enough to rebuild his self-confidence and replace the "luck" his beloved glove gave him?Author Fred Bowen engages baseball lovers in this relatable story of self-doubt, luck, and facing your fears. In the afterword, readers can learn more about the history of baseball gloves. Author Biography Fred Bowen was a Little Leaguer who loved to read and is still a lifelong sports fanatic. He is the author of the action-packed Fred Bowen Sports Story series, currently totaling more than twenty titles. For thirteen years, Bowen coached kids baseball and basketball teams. He has also written a weekly sports column for kids in the Washington Post since 2000. He was a lawyer for many years before retiring to become a full-time childrens book author.Bowen lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, with his wife Peggy Jackson. They have two grown children. Review "Bowen is quickly joining the ranks of todays most popular sports-fiction authors. . . he skillfully interweaves fact and fiction and uses historical sports plays and concepts as a backdrop for the story." —School Library Journal"[Bowens] pacing is excellent and he has a knack for efficient evocation." —The Washington Post Review Text "Bowen is quickly joining the ranks of todays most popular sports-fiction authors.... he skillfully interweaves fact and fiction and uses historical sports plays and concepts as a backdrop for the story." -- School Library Journal "If you are a sports fan or just love sports books, you should check out the new AllStar SportStory series by Fred Bowen.... Bowen is a natural when it comes to writing sports stories and informing his readers about the past. These books are perfect for kids ages 8 to 12." --Newsday "[Bowens] pace is excellent and he has a knack for efficient evocation...." -- Washington Post Review Quote "[Bowens] pacing is excellent and he has a knack for efficient evocation." The Washington Post Description for Teachers/Educators - Leveling Information - Accelerated Reader - AR Quiz#: 17567 - AR Reading Level: 4.1 - AR Points: 2 - F&P (Fountas & Pinnell) - F&P Level: O - F&P Grade: 3-4 - Reading Counts - Reading Counts Level: 3.3 - Reading Counts Points: 5 - Reading Counts Interest Level: 3-5 - Additional Info - Color Info: black & white illustrations Details ISBN1561455059 Author Fred Bowen Language English ISBN-10 1561455059 ISBN-13 9781561455058 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY FIC Year 2009 Edition Description Revised Short Title GOLDEN GLOVE Illustrations Yes Residence Silver Spring, MD, US Series Number 1 Country of Publication United States Imprint Peachtree Publishers Place of Publication Atlanta, GA AU Release Date 2009-08-04 NZ Release Date 2009-08-04 US Release Date 2009-08-04 UK Release Date 2009-08-04 Illustrator Barry Moser Edited by Christoph H. Lampert Birth 1939 Death 1966 Affiliation IST Austria Position Assistant Professor Qualifications PsyD Pages 120 Audience Age 7-11 Publisher Peachtree Publishers,U.S. Series Fred Bowen Sports Story Series Publication Date 2009-08-04 Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:23832564;

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