"Shortstop from Tokyo" by Harvey Kidder follows the journey of a talented Japanese baseball player, Kenji Saito, who dreams of making it in Major League Baseball. Despite facing cultural challenges and skepticism from some teammates and fans, Kenji's determination and exceptional skills shine through. The story explores themes of identity, perseverance, and the pursuit of dreams, as Kenji navigates the competitive world of baseball in America. With the support of unlikely friends and a deep passion for the game, Kenji aims not only to prove himself on the field but also to bridge the gap between two diverse cultures. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Matt Christopher Sports Classics, Matt Christopher Sports Series For Kids .

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

There are 121 pages in this book. This book was published in 1995 by Harcourt Brace and Company .

Author Harvey Kidder, a resident of Westchester County, New York, originally wrote The Kids' Book of Chess for his son. Illustrator Kimberly Bulcken Root is a graduate of Parsons School of Design. She made her picture book debut with A Bed for the Wind. Her illustrations have appeared in The Nation, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. She and her husband, the illustrator Barry Root, live in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Matt Christopher is the name young readers turn to for fast-paced, action-packed sports stories.