Diamond Double Play

Reach for this book when your child is hesitant to try a new extracurricular activity or feels intimidated by the jump from casual play to structured competition. This story follows Blake, a wiffle ball enthusiast who transitions to a competitive travel baseball team. It explores the vulnerability of being a beginner and the anxiety of being a 'bench player' who is suddenly thrust into the spotlight. At just 72 pages, it is an accessible choice for elementary students who need to see that mistakes are part of the learning process. It effectively models how to manage performance pressure and builds self-confidence through perseverance and teamwork. Parents will appreciate how it validates the fear of failure while encouraging children to step up when their team needs them.