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Focusing on the historical significance, this picture book recounts the true story of John Meyers and Charles Bender, the first Native American professional baseball players to compete against each other in the 1911 World Series. It highlights themes of resilience and the pursuit of passion despite adversity, while also addressing the crucial issue of Native American representation in sports. Through their journey, readers learn valuable lessons about overcoming injustice and the importance of visibility in athletics.
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Contenders, Traci Sorell
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Contenders
- Subtitle
- Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Traci Sorell
- Publisher
- Penguin Young Readers Group
- Publisher
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- ISBN13
- 9780593406472
- Description
- Focusing on the historical significance, this picture book recounts the true story of John Meyers and Charles Bender, the first Native American professional baseball players to compete against each other in the 1911 World Series. It highlights themes of resilience and the pursuit of passion despite adversity, while also addressing the crucial issue of Native American representation in sports. Through their journey, readers learn valuable lessons about overcoming injustice and the importance of visibility in athletics.