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Highlights
- Swish.
- 4-8 Years
- 9.3" x 11.2" Hardcover
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
- Series Name: Bear and Mole
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About the Book
Mole struggles to hit the ball during summer baseball season, but with Bear's support and a new pair of glasses, he finds the confidence to enjoy the game and the joys of summer with his best friend.Book Synopsis
Swish. Swish. Swish... Thwack! Bear and Mole are stepping up to the plate for summer baseball season--but what happens when Mole struggles to hit the ball? Finally, summer is here! Baseball-loving Mole suits up and hustles to the baseball diamond for a game with his best friend Bear. Mole is ready to play, and he's swinging for the fences! Swish. Swish. Swish. It's a swing and... a miss? Mole measures, wishes, grits his teeth, and swings--still, it's like he can't even see the plate! But with the gentle support of his friend Bear, lots of patience, and a new pair of glasses, Mole is ready to play all summer long. Will Hillenbrand's Bear and Mole series is the perfect choice for storytime sharing or reading aloud. Strong verbs, repetitive phrases, and fun-to-read sounds keep young listeners and readers engaged with the story, while the gentle illustrations add detail and quiet humor. This tender yet joyful homage to the endless excitement of summer and meaningful time with friends from an award winning author-illustrator is sure to be a home run with readers. Don't miss the other Bear and Mole titles, including Spring is Here, Off We Go!, All for a Dime, Kite Day, and First Star!Review Quotes
With minimal text (which budding readers can attempt), this is a charming tale. Engaging use of sound effects makes the book a good option for read-alouds. Hillenbrand's art often dominates the page with dramatic depictions of movement, while strong shading and textures elevate the images. . . A winsome sporty tale, especially resonant for athletic newbies.
--Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Will Hillenbrand has written and illustrated a wide range of picture books for children, including the popular Bear and Mole books and the Mighty Reader series. Spring Is Here won the Please Touch Museum Book Award. What a Treasure!, a Pennsylvania One Book, was written with his spouse Jane Hillenbrand.Dimensions (Overall): 9.3 Inches (H) x 11.2 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 32
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Social Themes
Series Title: Bear and Mole
Publisher: Holiday House
Theme: Friendship
Format: Hardcover
Author: Will Hillenbrand
Language: English
Street Date: May 13, 2025
TCIN: 93577139
UPC: 9780823457823
Item Number (DPCI): 247-01-3549
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 11.2 inches width x 9.3 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.9 pounds
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