A simple but fact-packed overview of the Philadelphia Phillies baseball team, covering their origins, their home field, famous players and managers, and well-known plays throughout the team's history. The crack of the bat...the cheers of the crowd as the batter rounds the bases.... From the first pitch to the last out, nothing beats baseball for pure sports enjoyment! Kids love this sport--and they'll love reading about it in this colorful, photo-packed series. Each book takes young readers on a fascinating visit with one of Major League Baseball's most popular teams. They'll learn about the team, relive its greatest moments, and see the game from the inside. It's a great way to take kids out to the ball game--any time of year!
