Whether you're looking for some baseball gift ideas that are great for the brain or just trying to feed your player's love for the game, we have a great list of baseball books for you. There are some fantastic baseball books for kids that capture the excitement of the game while also being engaging and age-appropriate.

These books cater to different age groups and reading levels, so you can find the right fit based on the child’s age and interests. Here are some top picks:

 

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"Ballpark Mysteries" series by David A. Kelly (grade level 1-4) - This series combines mystery and baseball, featuring a brother and sister duo who solve baseball-related mysteries at various ballparks. It’s a great way to mix in a bit of sleuthing with baseball.

"The Kid Who Only Hit Homers" by Matt Christopher (grade level 1-5) - A classic from the popular author of children's sports books, this story follows a boy who suddenly starts hitting home runs, but with some surprising consequences.

"Jake Maddox Sports Stories" series (grade level 3-4) - This series offers a range of sports stories, including baseball, focusing on the challenges and triumphs young athletes face. We love "Jake Maddox: Baseball Blitz."

"Baseball Card Adventures" series by Dan Gutman (grade level 3-7) - This series involves a boy who travels through time via baseball cards to meet famous players and witness historical moments in baseball.

"Who Was Babe Ruth?" by Kirsten Anderson (grade level 3-7) - Part of the “Who Was?” series, this book provides a kid-friendly biography of one of baseball’s greatest legends.

"The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors" by Drew Daywalt (grade level preschool - 3) - While not strictly about baseball, this book is a fun and imaginative story involving classic game elements. If your young reader enjoys playful narratives, this could be a hit.

"The Lucky Baseball Bat" by Matt Christopher - Another engaging book by Christopher that focuses on a young player's experience with the game and overcoming challenges.

 

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"The Baseball Book for Boys" by Bradley Simon (reading age 8-14) - Filled with history, rules, tips, trivia and biographies of the greats, this book truly celebrates America's favorite national pastime. 

"My First Book of Baseball: A Rookie Book" by Sports Illustrated Kids (grade level K-2) - This book teaches young readers about the games with a visual retelling of an actual MLB game. 

"Inspirational Baseball Stories for Young Readers" by Mike Johnson (reading age 6-12) - This book is great for young fans who want to learn about the history of baseball and learn secrets of success in baseball--and life. 

"It's a Numbers Game! Baseball" by James Buckley Jr. (grade level 3-7) - While a bit more advanced, this book can help young players understand the numbers behind the game.

 "The Science of Baseball with Max Axiom, Super Scientist" by David L. Dreier (reading age 8-14) - This book explores the physics of baseball in an accessible and interesting way for young readers.

 

These books cater to different age groups and reading levels, so you can find the right fit based on the child’s age and interests.

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