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School Library Journal
Reviewed on March 1, 2018 | Elementary
Gr 2–4—Kathryn "Tubby" Johnston wants nothing more than to play baseball—and has the skills to do it. The only problem: it's 1950 and girls aren't allowed to play. So the trailblazer disguises herself as a boy and makes the team. In this picture book biography, Lang doesn't leave baseball lovers stranded on base as game-related terminology is sprinkled throughout....Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Magazine
Reviewed on September 1, 2018
Kathryn "Tubby" Johnston initially resorted to subterfuge to join a Little League team in 1950. Fortunately, her coach recognized her talent, letting her pl...Log In or Sign Up to Read More




