Growing Up Pedro

Growing Up Pedro tells the true story of Hall of Fame pitcher Pedro Martínez, tracing his path from a small village in the Dominican Republic to the major leagues. It highlights his deep bond with his older brother, Ramón, who was also a pitcher, and how their shared love for baseball propelled Pedro to greatness. This book is perfect for children aged 4-11, offering an inspiring narrative about hard work, family support, and the power of dreams. It's a wonderful way to introduce young readers to biography and the cultural context of baseball in the Dominican Republic.

Before Pedro Martínez pitched the Red Sox to a World Series championship, before he was named to the All-Star team eight times, before he won the Cy Young Award three times, he was a kid from a place called Manoguayabo in the Dominican Republic. Pedro loved baseball more than anything, and his older brother Ramón was the best pitcher he'd ever seen. He dreamed of the day he and his brother could play together in the major leagues. This is the story of how that dream came true.--