STRIKEOUTBook One in The Comeback Club(TM) SeriesWhat if one bad moment didn't have to define you?When ten-year-old Eli Ramos steps up to the plate with the championship game on the line, he dreams of becoming the hero. Instead, he strikes out.Suddenly, the only thing he can think about is the mistake everyone saw.Certain his teammates are disappointed, convinced his coach has lost faith in him, and afraid he'll never be the same player again, Eli begins avoiding the game he loves most. But with the quiet support of his dad, the kindness of his best friend Marcus, and a coach who believes in second chances, Eli slowly discovers that courage isn't about never failing.It's about finding the strength to step back onto the field.Strikeout is a heartfelt middle-grade chapter book that helps children understand: How to recover from mistakes and setbacksThat embarrassment doesn't last foreverWhy talking about difficult feelings mattersHow true friends stand by youWhat real courage looks likeThat one bad moment never defines who you arePerfect for readers ages 7-11, this uplifting story blends baseball, friendship, family, and resilience into a powerful lesson about perseverance that every child can relate to-whether they've struck out in sports, school, or life.Featuring thoughtful "What Would You Do?" discussion questions at the end of each chapter, Strikeout is an excellent choice for independent readers, classrooms, homeschool families, counselors, coaches, and parents looking to build confidence and emotional resilience.Join Eli on his journey of courage, and discover why the bravest thing you can do is keep showing up.Because every comeback starts with one more step.Big Feelings. Brave Hearts. One Comeback at a Time.
