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megpancoast's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
christiana's review against another edition
4.0
I liked the letter format of this one along with the interesting point of view of both VJ Vivy. Also, I learned some things about being on the spectrum, which is always a plus. Also also, good use of Vivy’s older brother as a real teen but a good brother going through some stuff.
hannah_rachel's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
libwinnie's review against another edition
3.0
A good book with lots of representation: neurodivergent, Black, Latinx and LGBTQ characters. Vivy was written really well, some of the adults less so. There's a lot about baseball in this book I didn't understand, but there are a lot of readers out there who would appreciate it.
thenextgenlibrarian's review against another edition
3.0
Vivy Cohen won’t let anything stop her from playing baseball.
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Vivy’s hero, VJ Capello, taught her how to throw a knuckleball years ago and it’s stuck with her. One day while practicing her pitch with her older brother, Coach K approaches and asks if she wants to join his son’s baseball team. Vivy’s mom is hesitant because she thinks Vivy should play softball and she’s worried because Vivy is #autistic. Once Vivy gets the go-ahead, she happily joins The Flying Squirrels and writes letters to her hero, VJ. Soon VJ begins writing back.
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This MG book reminded me of A Boy Called Bat by Elana K Arnold. I love that more books are getting published with neurodiverse characters. Every child should be able to see themselves in a novel I also love that Vivy is Jewish since we don’t see enough of that religion written about in middle grade or YA literature. Be sure to pick up a copy of this book—you’ll fall in love with Vivy!
3.5 stars
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Vivy’s hero, VJ Capello, taught her how to throw a knuckleball years ago and it’s stuck with her. One day while practicing her pitch with her older brother, Coach K approaches and asks if she wants to join his son’s baseball team. Vivy’s mom is hesitant because she thinks Vivy should play softball and she’s worried because Vivy is #autistic. Once Vivy gets the go-ahead, she happily joins The Flying Squirrels and writes letters to her hero, VJ. Soon VJ begins writing back.
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This MG book reminded me of A Boy Called Bat by Elana K Arnold. I love that more books are getting published with neurodiverse characters. Every child should be able to see themselves in a novel I also love that Vivy is Jewish since we don’t see enough of that religion written about in middle grade or YA literature. Be sure to pick up a copy of this book—you’ll fall in love with Vivy!
3.5 stars
rachelwrites007's review against another edition
4.0
I beta read this during Pitch Wars 2017 and loved it. Middle school me would’ve appreciated seeing a girl with the same issues as me on page & #ownvoices! and would’ve loved the letter writing that Vivy does. (The whole book is written like that!) I can’t wait to read the final version
sbojo32's review against another edition
5.0
This book is perfect for upper elementary school students. The format is easy to read - told in a series of letters (and then emails) between Vivy and her favorite, famous baseball player. Vivy is autistic and is aware of her "disability" and I love that she learns more about herself through this book. Because of the format, Vivy gets a true voice, and I think this will resonate with kids.
Vivy is a knuckleball pitcher. She's practicing with her brother one day and a Little League (or similar) coach asks if she'd be interested in joining his team. She struggles to get approval from her parents but eventually joins. The kids on the team aren't thrilled about the new addition, and she has to deal with bullies... and making new friends.
Overall it's a great book about fitting in and trying to make sure your voice is heard.
Vivy is a knuckleball pitcher. She's practicing with her brother one day and a Little League (or similar) coach asks if she'd be interested in joining his team. She struggles to get approval from her parents but eventually joins. The kids on the team aren't thrilled about the new addition, and she has to deal with bullies... and making new friends.
Overall it's a great book about fitting in and trying to make sure your voice is heard.
thenextgenlib's review against another edition
3.0
Vivy Cohen won’t let anything stop her from playing baseball.
⚾️
Vivy’s hero, VJ Capello, taught her how to throw a knuckleball years ago and it’s stuck with her. One day while practicing her pitch with her older brother, Coach K approaches and asks if she wants to join his son’s baseball team. Vivy’s mom is hesitant because she thinks Vivy should play softball and she’s worried because Vivy is #autistic. Once Vivy gets the go-ahead, she happily joins The Flying Squirrels and writes letters to her hero, VJ. Soon VJ begins writing back.
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This MG book reminded me of A Boy Called Bat by Elana K Arnold. I love that more books are getting published with neurodiverse characters. Every child should be able to see themselves in a novel I also love that Vivy is Jewish since we don’t see enough of that religion written about in middle grade or YA literature. Be sure to pick up a copy of this book—you’ll fall in love with Vivy!
3.5 stars
⚾️
Vivy’s hero, VJ Capello, taught her how to throw a knuckleball years ago and it’s stuck with her. One day while practicing her pitch with her older brother, Coach K approaches and asks if she wants to join his son’s baseball team. Vivy’s mom is hesitant because she thinks Vivy should play softball and she’s worried because Vivy is #autistic. Once Vivy gets the go-ahead, she happily joins The Flying Squirrels and writes letters to her hero, VJ. Soon VJ begins writing back.
⚾️
This MG book reminded me of A Boy Called Bat by Elana K Arnold. I love that more books are getting published with neurodiverse characters. Every child should be able to see themselves in a novel I also love that Vivy is Jewish since we don’t see enough of that religion written about in middle grade or YA literature. Be sure to pick up a copy of this book—you’ll fall in love with Vivy!
3.5 stars