Hey Batta Batta Swing!: The Wild Old Days of Baseball

I am Babe Ruth's granddaughter, [...], and have read many books about baseball, many of them children's books. I am honored to write a review of this terrific book. Have you ever wondered why baseball players wear uniforms? How they got their numbers? What is a "Banjo Hitter"? Did you know my grandfather was considered a "Portsider" and a member of "Murderer's Row"? Here, Sally Cook and James Charlton explain to children the history of baseball in a delightful light-hearted way. They use baseball slang to make it an entertaining and fun account of our National Pastime. As a "Crank" (fan) I can appreciate both James and Sally are talented "Hurlers"(pitchers) in "The Show"(Major Leagues) of chlldren's books. This book is a "Dinger"(a home run)! Sally and James are both "Aces" (The teams best pitchers). The illustrations by Ross MacDonald, are as timeless as the slang terms. This book is bright and cheerful and for all ages to enjoy. It is also a really great way to introduce children to the game. You and your children will want to read again and again!

Sally Cook, James Charlton and Ross MacDonald have a major league hit with HEY BATTA BATTA SWING! Fans and non-fans alike will enjoy dipping into this deliciously nostalgic book that combines wit, style and fascinating baseball lore. Buy a copy and keep it on hand for when you need a gift for the hard-to-buy-for...but you're likely to end up keeping it for yourself!

Sally Cook's new book is packed with interesting baseball facts and history, and it's written in a light-hearted style both children and adults will enjoy. Even for someone who is not a baseball fan, I was amazed to discover the game was part of American culture as far back as the middle of the 19th century. The illustrations are fun and perfectly suit the subject matter.

This book is for all ages. From Babe Ruth to Barry Bonds, it has it all. It is loaded with interesting facts and stories about the begining of baseball to the current day. It's a great book to read with the kids. "Hey Batta Batta Swing!: The Wild Old Days of Baseball" is a perfect gift for any baseball fanatic.

Sally Cook's new book is a great way to welcome both baseball season and summer. It's the most fun you'll have with baseball unless it is going to say, a Red Sox/Yankees tied-to-the-end game! And it's not for kids only - it's a PERFECT Father's Day gift, for baseball fans and history buffs alike.