The first Chapter is entitled, "The Baseball Glove". Throughout the chapter you learn that Manny (the main character) is determined to raise enough money to buy himself an outfielder's glove. Manny, on more than one occurence, mentions baseball and visualizes the game fantasizing about succeeding on the field. This was an obvious connection for myself. As a boy his age, and sometimes still now, I dream about that perfect catch, perfect hit, the winning run or buying that special glove. His determination and will to get his new equipment reminded me of myself and my passion for the game of baseball. This kind of connection makes a book easier to read and forms a relationship with the character. I appreciate Manny's love of the game of baseball and fully understand where he is coming from.
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