"Becoming Babe Ruth" by Matt Tavares tells the inspiring story of George Herman Ruth, who would become known as Babe Ruth, one of baseball’s greatest legends. The narrative follows his early life in Baltimore, where he struggled under strict conditions at an orphanage. Through determination and the guidance of mentors, Ruth discovers his passion for baseball. As he develops his skills, he faces challenges and setbacks but ultimately transforms into a remarkable athlete. The book captures the spirit of perseverance, showcasing how Ruth’s journey shaped not only his future but also the game of baseball itself. Richly illustrated, it’s a celebration of talent and triumph. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Candlewick Biographies .

This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 7-10 years.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Turtleback Books .

E. Nesbit (1858-1924) spent her childhood in Germany and later lived in England. Her classic stories of fantasy and adventure for children, written in the early 1890s, include The Story of the Treasure Seekers, Five Children and It, The Phoenix and the Carpet and The Railway Children. Matt Tavares is the illustrator of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas and the author/illustrator of Zachary's Ball and Oliver's Game. He lives in Maine, USA.