
Diamond Double Play follows Blake Easton, a boy who loves casual wiffle ball but has never played organized sports. Encouraged by friends, he tries out for a traveling baseball team and makes it as a second-string player. The story focuses on his journey of self-discovery and building confidence when he's unexpectedly called upon to play a crucial role after a teammate's injury. It's a fast-paced, empowering read about overcoming nerves, embracing new challenges, and the importance of teamwork, perfect for young readers aged 7-10.
Blake Easton loves playing wiffle ball with his friends, so when they encourage him to try out for the local traveling baseball team, he decides to give it a shot. Blake has never played organized sports before, and the tryouts are tough, but he makes the team as a second-string player. When a key player on the team gets hurt during their first game of the season, the coach calls on Blake to step in. Can Blake perform under pressure? Will he be able to step up now that he has a chance to play when it counts? The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.