New York Public Library Best Books for Kids 2016 2017 Storytelling World Resource Award Honor Book 2017 Best Children\'s Books of the Year, Bank Street College [Churnin] tells William\'s story patiently and clearly, with a wonderfully matter-of-fact tone about the ways a Deaf person navigates life.-- New York Times Book Review A rewarding read-aloud choice for Baseball fans.
William Dummy Hoy became one of the greatest and most beloved players of his time..
That day he not only got on base but also Changed the way the Game was played forever.
One day he asked the umpire to use hand signals: strike, ball, out.
In addition to the prejudice Hoy faced, he could not hear the umpires\' calls.
But his struggle was far from over.
After losing out on a spot on the local Deaf team, William practiced even harder―eventually earning a position on a professional team. --Booklist A moving tribute to a hero.-- Kirkus Reviews All William Ellsworth Hoy wanted to do was play baseball.
New York Public Library Best Books for Kids 2016 2017 Storytelling World Resource Award Honor Book 2017 Best Children\'s Books of the Year, Bank Street College [Churnin] tells William\'s story patiently and clearly, with a wonderfully matter-of-fact tone about the ways a Deaf person navigates life.-- New York Times Book Review A rewarding read-aloud choice for Baseball fans
