A biography emphasizing the childhood of the baseball legend who became the first African American to play Major League baseball.
A brief biography of the man who was the first African American baseball player on a major league team, as well as the first African American elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
The extraordinary life of Jackie Robinson is illuminated as never before in this full-scale biography by Arnold Rampersad, who was chosen by Jack's widow, Rachel, to tell her husband's story, and was given unprecedented access to his ...
Autobiography of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, beginning with his athletic career and dealing particularly with baseball and the first step toward equal participation by African Americans in this great sport. “I believe that a man’s ...
To tie- in with the April 2013 release of the movie 42, the life story of Jackie Robinson, this full-color comprehensive biography will feature everything there is to know about this inspiring American hero.
Traces the life of the first black Major League baseball player of the modern era, detailing his childhood, his career as an MVP-award winning baseball player, and a hero of the Civil Rights Movement. Original.
This beginner biography takes a look into the life and career of Jackie Robinson and how he broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball.
This new book includes presentations from that celebration, especially chosen for their fresh perspectives and illuminating insights.
J. Christopher Schutz reveals the real Jackie Robinson, as a more defiant, combative spirit than simply the "turn the other cheek" compliant "credit to his race.
THE CHILDHOODS OF FAMOUS AMERICANS SERIES One of the most popular series ever published for young Americans, these classics have been praised alike by parents, teachers, and librarians.
A series that let's young readers explore the lives and influence of important individuals whose stories and contributions have left an imprint on United States History.
Chronicles the life and career of the Hall of Fame baseball player who broke the color barrier.
An easy-to-read biography of the first black man to play in major league baseball.
Highlights the life and accomplishments of the first African American to play Major League baseball, including his childhood, his career as an MVP-award winning baseball player, and his role as a hero of the Civil Rights Movement.
Highlights the life and career of an American baseball player who became the first African American to play major league baseball in the modern era.
Presents the life and career of the legendary baseball player, who in 1947 became the first African American player in Major League Baseball.
Highlights the life and accomplishments of professional baseball player Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in the Major Leagues.
Jackie Robinson fought racism in the army before integrating baseball when it was our national pastime.
Jackie Robinson fought racism in the army before integrating baseball when it was our national pastime.
Plenty of baseball lore and stats will engage young baseball fans, but even readers who have little interest in baseball will be inspired by this story of a man who took on racism and changed the world.