Snowman on the Pitcher’s Mound

Like many boys, Tyler Paulson enjoys playing baseball and spending time with his family. But his peaceful fourth-grade world is turned upside down when he learns his mom has cancer. Already coping with his grandfather's death, Tyler faces more tough times ahead. With the help and understanding of his family, friends, teammates, and counselors, Tyler finds that comfort and support are always nearby if you know where to look. Young readers will identify with Tyler, from his initial struggles to make sense of his mom's illness to his search for healing strategies and, ultimately, to his discovery of hope.