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Did You Know? 5 Fun Things for Kids to Learn About Baseball

By Sarah Hauge, Publisher, Macaroni KID, Englewood, Greenwood Village, Centennial April 9, 2024

Hey, Batter, Batter! Are you ready to step up to the plate and knock your knowledge of baseball out of the park? Well, you've come to the right place! 

Baseball isn't just a game of hits and pitches; it's a treasure trove of fun facts and quirky tales that can make anyone a fan of this beloved sport.

Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro in the world of baseball trivia, we've got five fun-filled ways to enhance your knowledge of America's pastime.


1. Share a silly joke.

This fun joke is sure to be a grand slam.


Which baseball player makes the best pancakes? The batter!


2. Learn the MLB teams.

Did you know there are 30 major league baseball teams? See if you can fill in the blank and complete the team names for all 30 of them. Get three strikes, and you're outta here!


In alphabetical order, the 30 MLB team names are as follows: Arizona Diamondbacks, Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Guardians, Colorado Rockies, Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Miami Marlins, Milwaukee Brewers, Minnesota Twins, New York Mets, New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, Tampa Bay Rays, Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays, Washington Nationals.


3. Solve a word puzzle.

To solve a rebus, consider not just the words but the placement, size, color, and quantity of everything within the box (and sometimes just outside the box!) when trying to decipher the puzzle. 



4. Read a baseball book.

Dive into the exciting world of baseball with this curated list of books perfect for young fans, where thrilling stories and timeless tales bring the magic of the game to life.

From the crack of the bat to the final home run, each book promises adventure and inspiration for aspiring athletes and avid readers alike.



5. Watch a baseball movie.

From inspiring underdog stories to hilarious adventures on the diamond, our curated list of G and PG-rated movies are sure to hit a home run with viewers of all ages.



"It's supposed to be hard. If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. The hard... is what makes it great." – A League of Their Own.