Description
In an era of discrimination, Jack Roosevelt "Jackie" Robinson broke Major League Baseball's race barrier. Before Robinson took his place at first base, the majors discriminated against African-American athletes, denying them a chance to compete. Despite facing harassment from fans and other players, Robinson stayed focused on the game, becoming the MLB Rookie of the Year in 1947 and later a baseball legend. This graphic biography follows Robinson's time on semi-pro teams, his days in the US military, and his history-making experience with the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Title Details
Author: |
Hoena, Blake |
Publisher: |
Graphic Universe (Tm) |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2020 |
Number of Pages: |
32 |
Dewey: |
B |
Dewey Range: |
B |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Accelerated Reader Interest Level: |
Middle Grade |
Accelerated Reader Reading Level: |
4.2 |
Accelerated Reader Point Value: |
0.5 |
Lexile Level: |
640 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |
