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The Girl Who Changed Little League: The True Story of Maria Pepe and Her Battle to Play Ball (co-authored with Maria Pepe) is the true story of Maria’s love of baseball & the change she created so girls would be allowed to play.

In 1972, eleven-year-old Maria Pepe played three games of Little League. But when officials in Williamsport heard the news, Maria had to return her uniform.

According to the rules, girls were not allowed to play.

Soon, Maria was in the national spotlight and her case was in the courts. What happened next changed the lives of girls everywhere.

A story of bravery and resiliency, this nonfiction picture book helps readers understand the importance of equal opportunities for all children.

Gold Standard - Junior Library Guild