Cover image for Hitting her way to the Negro leagues : a graphic novel biography of Toni Stone / by Myra Faye Turner ; illustrated by Markia Jenai.
Title:
Hitting her way to the Negro leagues : a graphic novel biography of Toni Stone / by Myra Faye Turner ; illustrated by Markia Jenai.
ISBN:
9781669083245

9781669083191
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Publication Information:
North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, [2025]

©2025
Physical Description:
32 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Summary:
"In the early 1950s, Toni Stone made history as the first Black woman to play professional baseball. In this action-packed graphic novel, discover Stone's journey from a young "tomboy" in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to a starting second baseman with the Negro American League's Indianapolis Clowns. Despite racial and gender barriers, this groundbreaking ballplayer achieved success on the field-like getting a rare hit off baseball legend Satchel Paige-and inspired countless young woman off the field. With fast-paced text and full-color illustrations, this graphic novel is sure to be a home run with history lovers and sports fans alike."--Provided by publisher.
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Interest age level:
Ages 8-11. Capstone Press.
Interest grade level:
Grades 3-5. Capstone Press.
Reading level:
Grades 3-4. Capstone Press.
OCLC Number:
on1445769590
Availability:
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