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Reach for this book when your child expresses frustration about being excluded or is struggling with the unfairness of gender stereotypes. This memoir recounts Dandi Mackall's own childhood experience in the 1950s when she was told she could not play baseball simply because she was a girl. Rather than giving up, she finds a creative way to prove her worth and challenge the status quo. It is a spirited look at resilience and justice that helps children ages 4 to 8 understand that their talents should not be limited by other people's narrow expectations. Parents will appreciate the historical context and the empowering message that standing up for oneself can lead to real change.