Babe Ruth Birthplace & Museum

This book, written by Kelly Bennett with illustrations by Susanna Covelli is an excellent children’s book centered around the first game in Yankee Stadium on April 18th, 1923.

Introduce young readers to one of baseball’s biggest legends with The House That Ruth Built. This beautifully illustrated children’s book tells the story of Babe Ruth and the rise of Yankee Stadium in a fun approachable way for young readers.

The story combines baseball history with colorful artwork that keeps kids engaged from beginning to end. Because of that, it works well for both young baseball fans and families reading together.

Author Kelly Bennett brings Babe Ruth’s larger-than-life personality to the page in a way that feels exciting and easy to follow, and the illustrations by Susanna Covelli help bring the energy of early baseball to life.

This book does more than tell the story of a famous player. It also introduces readers to the history behind Yankee Stadium, often called “The House That Ruth Built.” As a result, kids learn about baseball history while still enjoying a fun and entertaining story.

You can keep it on a bookshelf, coffee table, or in a child’s room alongside other baseball memorabilia. A great gift for a child’s birthday, holiday presents such as Christmas and Hanukkah, milestones, a road trip, or just because.

This book makes a thoughtful gift for young readers, baseball families, teachers, and collectors alike. Whether you’re introducing a child to Babe Ruth for the first time or adding to a baseball book collection, it’s an easy choice for fans of the game.

Available through the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum, each purchase also helps support the preservation of baseball history and Babe Ruth’s legacy.