Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
Format : Paperback w/ Audio & Video
ISBN: 9798888593714
Written by Nathalie Alonso
Illustrated by Naida Mazzenga
Sung by Francesca Fuentes
Batters up! A reimagining of the classic baseball anthem
You've heard that we root, root, root for the home team and enjoy some peanuts and cracker jacks, but do you know the diverse history and culture behind America's favorite pastime turned global phenomenon? In this twist on the classic song, enjoy the familiar tune while learning about iconic baseball events, players, and parks that shaped the sport as we know it today.
End notes include more baseball facts about the game, players and parks
Includes QR code access to audio and video animation
Product Dimensions: 10 x 9.75 in
Page Count: 32 pages
Age Range: 3 to 5 Years
wards & Accolades"A great angle for a global sport, and a recommended purchase for all libraries" – School Library Journal
About the Contributors
Written by - Nathalie Alonso
Nathalie Alonso is a Cuban American journalist and writer from Queens, New York. In addition to writing books for children, she has contributed to a myriad of newspapers, magazines, and websites. True to her Cuban roots, Nathalie is a huge baseball fan and has worked for Major League Baseball as a translator, producer, and reporter since 2006.
Illustrated by - Naida Mazzenga
Naida Mazzenga is an Italian freelance illustrator. After graduating from ISIAU (IT) and an Erasmus at Escola Massana (BCN), she settled in Barcelona, where she currently lives and works. Naida loves to travel and get lost, seeing new worlds and learning about new perspectives.
Sung by - Francesca Fuentes
Singer/songwriter Francesca Fuentes began singing and writing songs at age 12 after receiving her first guitar from her uncle and taking lessons shortly after. In 2019, she was awarded Best Film for her music video “Rock W Me,” at Lovesick Film Festival and is currently working on her debut album. She lives in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA, with her family, her dogs Hope and Luna, and many other pets.
