Cal Ripken, Jr.: My Story
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Author Description
Cal Ripken, Jr.'s autobiography The Only Way I Know was published in 1997 to rave reviews by critics and fans alike. Publishers Weekly called it "an unusually good sports autobiography that captures the candor and generous spirit of [the] man," while Booklist called it "superior....Excellent baseball fare." Now this number one best-seller has been adapted for children sure to score a hit with young readers. For readers aged 8-12, this adaptation by popular children's sports writer Dan Gutman traces Cal Ripken's life from his childhood in a baseball family to his rise through the minors to his career with the Baltimore Orioles, where he hasn't missed a game since 1982. Ripken's reflections on the fame that came when he broke Lou Gehrig's record of 2,130 consecutively played games will be of special interest to young readers, as will his thoughts on the ame—breaking a slump, the importance of knowing the basics, and more. Cal Ripken, Jr.: My Story contains the complete 16-page photo insert from The Only Way I Know.
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THE THESIS
This book chronicles the life and career of baseball legend Cal Ripken, Jr. The narrative follows Ripken's journey from his childhood in a baseball-centric family to his remarkable career with the Baltimore Orioles, culminating in his breaking of Lou Gehrig's consecutive games played record. The adaptation focuses on key moments and reflections relevant to young readers, including his thoughts on fame, overcoming slumps, and the fundamental importance of the game.
THE SCOPE MAP
- A biographical account of Cal Ripken, Jr.'s life and baseball career.
- Details of his childhood within a prominent baseball family.
- His progression through the minor leagues to the major leagues with the Baltimore Orioles.
- The story behind breaking Lou Gehrig's consecutive games played record.
- Ripken's reflections on fame, slumps, and the core values of baseball.
- Includes a 16-page photo insert from the original adult version.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This adaptation of Cal Ripken, Jr.'s autobiography was specifically tailored for young readers aged 8-12 by children's sports writer Dan Gutman. The original work, 'The Only Way I Know,' received widespread acclaim from critics and fans, with Publishers Weekly highlighting its candor and generous spirit, and Booklist praising it as 'superior... Excellent baseball fare.' This children's version is expected to resonate with young audiences by presenting Ripken's inspiring story in an accessible format, focusing on themes of perseverance and dedication to the sport.
Page Count:
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Publication Date:
2002-03-01
Publisher:
Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10:
0141305088
ISBN-13:
9780141305080
Non-Fiction
Sports
Biography
Baseball
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