About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their sports-loving child is facing discouragement or needs a real-life model for hard work and perseverance. This beginner biography follows the career of baseball superstar Mike Trout, from his childhood love of the game to his multiple MVP awards in the major leagues. It highlights themes of resilience, the importance of practice, and maintaining a humble attitude even amidst great success. With simple text, exciting action photos, and a glossary of terms, it's perfectly suited for early elementary readers who are ready to move into nonfiction chapter books. It’s a great choice for showing a child that even the greatest heroes have to work hard to achieve their dreams.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
There are no sensitive topics in this book. It is a straightforward, inspirational sports biography focusing entirely on positive achievements and work ethic. The approach is secular and universally accessible.
Ideal Reader
The ideal reader is a 7- or 8-year-old who loves sports, particularly baseball, and might be a reluctant reader. It's also perfect for a child who just joined a team and is learning that success requires practice and patience, especially if they are feeling frustrated that they aren't the best player right away.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed; this book can be read cold. Parents might want to point out the glossary at the back to help with baseball-specific terms like "MVP" or "minor leagues," which can help build a child's confidence with nonfiction text features. A parent has heard their child say, "Practice is boring," or "I'm not good enough, I want to quit my team." The parent is looking for a positive, real-life role model to illustrate the connection between effort and achievement in a context their child finds exciting.
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