Jake Plays Ball

Informationen zum Autor Crystal Bowman loves writing books for kids. Her books come in all shapes and sizes and many of them have become best sellers. Whether her stories are written in playful rhythm and rhyme, or short sentences for beginning readers, she tries to make them so enjoyable that kids will want to read them over and over again. "But the most important part," she says, "is to teach children that God loves them and cares about them very much." To recognize Karen Maizel on the street, first look down at her feet for Converse tennis shoes. Next, determine what she’s carrying; she alternates between her very first granddaughter, Sofia, and her portfolio. Finally, look for a dreamy expression around the eyes, as she envisions herself driving the Wienermobile across the country. Karen lives in Lakewood, Ohio, with her family. Zusammenfassung Jake's friend Jason comes over to play with Jake and wants to play baseball. After Jason hits the ball several times! Jake wants a turn to bat. Jake keeps striking out! so Jason gets frustrated and goes home. Jake is discouraged at his inability to play baseball. Mother assures Jake that with patience! practice! and God's help! he will learn to hit the ball too. Grandma comes over for a visit and Jake asks her to play baseball with him. Grandma has the time! patience! and encouragement Jake needs to learn how to hit the ball.

Product details

• Authors: Crystal Bowman, Crystal/ Maizel Bowman
• Assisted by: Karen Maizel (Illustration)
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 7
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.06.2007
• EAN: 9780310714552
• ISBN: 978-0-310-71455-2
• No. of pages: 32
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 222 mm x 6 mm
• Series: I Can Read Books: Level 2; I Can Read! / The Jake Series; I Can Read! / The Jake
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Religion, philosophy, psychology; Humanities, art, music > Education > Education system; JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Beginner, JUVENILE FICTION / Religious / Christian / Humorous, JUVENILE FICTION / Religious / Christian / Values & Virtues, TOPICAL / Christian Interest