This Is the Game — Diane Z. Shore; Jessica Alexander

This is the swish

as the pitch whizzes by

from the mound to the plate

in the blink of an eye.

From its beginning, as a pickup game played in alleyways, to the fan-filled stadiums of the major leagues, baseball has played a rich role in American history.

In this glorious tribute to our nation's favorite pastime, rich verse and vibrant illustrations bring the game of baseball to action-packed life.