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Mom’s Big Catch

Ashley’s dream was to catch a ball hit by her favorite team, so at the last game of the season, she wouldn’t dare leave her seat. If she had, she might have missed Mom’s Big Catch. Join Marla McKenna in this exciting tale and heartwarming story of one family’s adventure at the ballpark.


Mom’s Big Catch is Marla’s first children’s book and was inspired by an actual event that took place at a major league baseball game. Mom’s Big Catch is a book that can be celebrated by baseball fans of all ages. It also conveys a positive message with a warm sense of family, reminding kids to follow their dreams and never give up!

Written by Marla McKenna

Illustrated by Brenda Kato

Mom's Big Catch

“It’s been a dream come true which has totally changed my life writing and sharing Mom’s Big Catch with so many children and adults. I couldn’t ask for a better opportunity to share my positive message with schools and to promote literacy through my favorite sport…baseball!”

Marla McKenna

Mom's Big Catch by Marla McKenna
Mom's Big Catch