Spring 2026

Thrown Off Base

From the Series Lerner Sports Stories

  • Interest Level: Grade 3 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

Adam loves playing third base for his baseball team. After he recovers from a minor-league injury, though, he starts to have major-league problems throwing the ball. Can Adam figure out what’s causing his troubles and find a way to get back in the game?

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Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 3
Category Reading/Language Arts, SEL: A Self-Awareness, SEL: B Self-Management, SEL: D Relationship Skills, SEL: E Responsible Decision-Making, Social Emotional Learning
Copyright 2026
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Brand Lerner Stories
Imprint Lerner Publications ™
Language English
Number of Pages 72
Publication Date 2026-01-01
Text Type Fiction
BISACS JUV032010, JUV015030, JUV045000
Dewey [Fic]
Dimensions 5.25 x 7.5
Lexile 650
Guided Reading Level O
Features Author/Illustrator biography and Table of contents

Author: Max Marino

Max Marino is an author of nonfiction and fiction books for children with a special interest in sports writing. He is based in Virginia.

Illustrator: Román Diaz

Román Diaz is an illustrator living and working in Mexico City. He studied graphic design, finding illustration the best way to express himself. Full of vibrant colors and intense light, his artwork seeks to evoke emotional responses from readers. His work in design and advertising has won awards including Best Mobile Game in VJMX 2019 for Ghost Attack. He has also worked for Nick Jr doing character designs for children’s shows.