Books on Red Sox history for kids

bschase2

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My son came to me today asking if I had any books on the Sox that he could read. He wants to know about what happened before he started following them. (Oh, to be born into a world where the concept of a curse makes no sense). I own a few books myself, which he decided were to hard, and to be fair, they are. I'm looking for a book or two for middle grade readers (grades 4-8) that will give him some historical understanding. Any suggestions???
 

Scott Cooper's Grand Slam

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Jul 12, 2008
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I don't have a strong of what middle schoolers might consider too easy or baby books, but three excellent Red Sox children's books (make sure to use the SoSH Amazon link above!);

  • 86 years, The Legend of the Boston Red Sox. Written in 2005, depicts generations of families watching games.
  • There Goes Ted Williams, a beautifully illustrated book that covers Ted the hitter, the war hero, and the icon.
  • Growing Up Pedro, because Pedro.
I got most of my Sox history orally, and from the radio/television broadcasts. I honestly can't recall the last time I saw Buckner, Dent, or Pesky in '46 (praise be to the 25). Now that Boone is in the media they find reason to play his homer... that'll actually be a fun story for you to tell. Around that age, I recall being into autobiographies. I read My Turn At Bat, but I recall it being boring. I really should re-read it as an adult. I Never Had it Made (Jackie Robinson's autobiography) obviously has mature themes, but I strongly recommend it.... especially if the kids have seen 42.

Edited to add: The Teammates! How did I forget that?