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Sideline Monsters: Baseball Edition is a humorous and heartwarming picture book that helps kids understand big feelings on the field and helps grown-ups reflect on how their cheers, reactions, and sideline energy can shape a child's experience. When the game gets loud and the pressure creeps in, silly ""sideline monsters"" pop up with all kinds of distracting behaviors. But with creativity, courage, and a whole lot of heart, the young hero learns how to notice the monsters, understand them, and keep the joy of the game front and center. With vibrant illustrations, a gentle kid-centered perspective, and a message grounded in emotional awareness, this story supports positive sideline behavior without pointing fingers. It encourages teamwork, confidence, and connection between players and the adults who cheer them on. A perfect read-aloud for baseball families and children ages 4-8, coaches, leagues, and anyone who wants to help create a supportive, fun sports environment for kids.

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Emily Harder has spent nearly twenty years building teams and growing businesses. She holds an MBA and a master's degree in Sport Management and is a certified emotional intelligence coach.She also grew up playing sports and is now a youth sports parent and coach, which may be where she's learned the most. Emily believes sports can teach kids valuable skills like teamwork, resilience, and confidence when the environment supports growth. Sideline Monsters grew out of moments on real fields, where she didn't always get it right, but kept learning alongside her kids.Through Sideline Monsters, Emily hopes to help families pause, smile, and remember why kids play in the first place. She lives with her family and can usually be found on a sideline, cheering, coaching, and working to keep the monsters away.

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