Little Rhino

A new chapter book series from Major League Baseball's 2006 National League MVP, Ryan Howard! Every day when Little Rhino comes home from school, he finishes his homework, grabs his bat, his glove, and runs outside to meet Grandpa James. They always practice catching and hitting in the backyard. Playing baseball with grandfather is Little Rhino's favorite thing to do, especially when he pretends to be a real Major League homerun hitter. One afternoon, after a long day of second grade, Little Rhino comes home to find out that Grandpa James has signed him up for a baseball league! Little Rhino will finally be a part of a team! But Little Rhino will quickly learn that is not always so easy to a good teammate, especially when there's a bully wearing the same uniform as you.

A new chapter book series from Major League Baseball's 2006 National League MVP, Ryan Howard! Little Rhino is so excited for his team, The Mustangs, to play their first baseball game. They've been having some good practices. The team is starting to come together. Grandpa James even bought Little Rhino a new bat to use. In the last practice, Little Rhino's bat goes missing. He's convinced that Dylan, the bully on his team, is the one who took it. But Little Rhino learns quickly that he can't blame someone without any proof. Will Little Rhino find out who took his bat before the first game? From Major League Baseball superstar Ryan Howard and his wife, Krystle Howard, a former elementary school teacher, this exciting new series is a fun read for sports and book fans alike!

A new chapter book series from Major League Baseball's 2006 National League MVP, Ryan Howard! The Mustangs were on a hot winning streak and every victory was important. Little Rhino's whole team was cheering for him. Even Dylan was standing on the bench rooting for Little Rhino, the home run hitter. It all came down to the next pitch. When the pitcher threw the ball, Little Rhino swung as hard as his arms could handle, felt a pop in his ankle, and dropped to the ground. That was yesterday. Today, Little Rhino is propped up on the couch with a sprained ankle. The doctor said Little Rhino is not going to be able to play baseball for the next two weeks. Rhino's friends keep dropping by to bring him his homework but Rhino just wants to be back on the field. Can he find a way to help his team without playing? Ryan Howard is a Major League Baseball first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies. He is a three-time All-Star who won the National League Rookie of the Year award in 2005 and followed that up by winning the National League Most Valuable Player award in 2006. He is extremely active in the community. Together with his wife, Krystle, they co-founded the Ryan Howard Big Piece Foundation which is dedicated to improve the lives of children by promoting academic and athletic development. Krystle Howard is a former elementary school teacher with a passion for education and childhood literacy. She graduated West Chester University with a degree in elementary education and a minor in literacy. She was instrumental in developing and implementing "Ryan's Reading Challenge," a program that resulted in more than 1 million minutes of reading by the children involved. She is currently the Chief Operating Officer of the Ryan Howard Big Piece Foundation.

When Rhino and Cooper overhear their shy teammate, Carlos, singing in the dugout, they are amazed at how good he is! There's a talent show coming up at school and Carlos just might be good enough to win it. They decide to form a band with Carlos as the lead singer, Cooper on drums, and Rhino on the guitar.But Rhino hasn't told his friends that he has only just started taking guitar lessons. He knows a few notes, which is very different from playing a full song. Between schoolwork, baseball practice, and the talent show . . . will Rhino be able to learn in time? Krystle Howard is a former elementary school teacher with a passion for education and childhood literacy. She graduated West Chester University with a degree in elementary education and a minor in literacy. She was instrumental in developing and implementing "Ryan's Reading Challenge," a program that resulted in more than 1 million minutes of reading by the children involved. She is currently the Chief Operating Officer of the Ryan Howard Big Piece Foundation. Ryan Howard is a Major League Baseball first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies. He is a three-time All-Star who won the National League Rookie of the Year award in 2005 and followed that up by winning the National League Most Valuable Player award in 2006. He is extremely active in the community. Together with his wife, Krystle, they co-founded the Ryan Howard Big Piece Foundation which is dedicated to improve the lives of children by promoting academic and athletic development.

A chapter book series from Major League Baseball's 2006 National League MVP, Ryan Howard! Coach Ray has some exciting news! After a great season, the Mustangs made it into a tournament. They get to travel to the capital and play against the best teams in the state. It's a huge honor and everyone is super excited to go. But then Rhino realizes that he's going to have to sleep in a hotel. Away from Grandpa James and his brother. He's never stayed away from his house before. If Rhino is this nervous, will he be able to concentrate on the game? Krystle Howard is a former elementary school teacher with a passion for education and childhood literacy. She graduated West Chester University with a degree in elementary education and a minor in literacy. She was instrumental in developing and implementing "Ryan's Reading Challenge," a program that resulted in more than 1 million minutes of reading by the children involved. She is currently the Chief Operating Officer of the Ryan Howard Big Piece Foundation. Ryan Howard is a Major League Baseball first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies. He is a three-time All-Star who won the National League Rookie of the Year award in 2005 and followed that up by winning the National League Most Valuable Player award in 2006. He is extremely active in the community. Together with his wife, Krystle, they co-founded the Ryan Howard Big Piece Foundation which is dedicated to improve the lives of children by promoting academic and athletic development.

A chapter book series from Major League Baseball's 2006 National League MVP, Ryan Howard! After each baseball season, the league holds a huge party to celebrate and honor all of the teams. Even though the Mustangs had a great year, Rhino is worried that he's not going to get any of the awards. But after showing he can be a great teammate on and off the field, he is happily surprised.