Cal Ripken, Jr.'s autobiography "The Only Way I Know" was published in 1997 to rave reviews by critics and fans alike. "Publishers Weekly" called it "an unusually good sports autobiography that captures the candor and generous spirit of [the] man", while "Booklist" called it "superior....Excellent baseball fare". Now this number one best-seller has been adapted for children sure to score a hit with young readers. This adaptation for beginning readers is written to an Easy-to-Read Level 3. In simple, clear language, it presents the highlights of Cal Ripken's life and career and his philosophy: "Play well and play every day". The art combines photos from "The Only Way I Know" and action-packed illustrations by Stan Silver.