A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson

by David A. Adler

Book Overview

A moving, illustrated account of the first African American baseball player in the major leagues.

In April 1947, Jackie Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers, and forever changed the history of sports. But it took more than talent for Jackie to reach the major leagues--his courage and determination helped him overcome unjust policies and racist backlash.

From his early life in Georgia through his 1955 World Series victory and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0823413047
• ISBN13: 9780823413041
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: Holiday House
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 9.5" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3