"Rookie of the Year" by Phil Bildner follows the journey of an awkward and determined young boy named Rip, who dreams of playing baseball. When he joins the local team, he faces challenges that test his skills and confidence. Despite his initial struggles, Rip’s perseverance and budding friendship with teammates help him grow both on and off the field. As the season unfolds, he learns valuable lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship, and believing in himself. With humor and heart, the story captures the essence of childhood aspirations and the joy of discovering one’s potential. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Rip And Red .

There are 288 pages in this book. This book was published in 2017 by St Martin's Press .

Phil Bildner is the author of numerous children's picture books. John Parra is an award-winning illustrator, designer, teacher, and fine art painter.