1919-1972

At a time when much of the United States was still racially segregated, Jackie Robinson smashed the color barrier to become the first African-American player in Major League Baseball. Outspoken in the past when it came to racial injustice, Robinson endured racist jeers from fans and players, and even death threats, with dignity and composure. His historic feat of crossing baseball's "color line" became a symbol in the American civil rights movement in the decades that followed.

Describes the life of baseball player Jackie Robinson and his breaking of the sport's color barrier. Includes photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Presents an illustrated biography of Jackie Robinson chronicling his life, baseball career, and legacy. Includes a timeline, photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Eight-year-old Steve Satlow is thrilled when Jackie Robinson moves into his Jewish neighborhood in Brooklyn in 1948, although many of his neighbors are not, and when Steve actually meets his hero he is even more excited--and worried that a misunderstanding over a Christmas tree could damage his new friendship.

Jackie Robinson always loved sports, especially baseball. But he lived at a time before the Civil Rights Movement, when the rules weren't fair to African Americans. Even though Jackie was a great athlete, he wasn't allowed on the best teams just because of the color of his skin. Jackie knew that sports were best when everyone, of every color, played together. He became the first black player in Major League Baseball, and his bravery changed African-American history and led the way to equality in all sports in America.

Presents a collection of brief biographical sketches of individuals that were leaders, including Elizabeth Blackwell, Cesar Chavez, Helen Keller, and Jackie Robinson, describing their accomplishments.

Presents a brief introduction to the life and achievements of Jackie Robinson, the Hall of Fame baseball player who became the first African American to play for a major league team. Includes a timeline, a short poem, tips for being courageous, and a picture glossary.

A brief, illustrated biography of Jackie Robinson that chronicles his childhood, describes his success in baseball, and discusses his role in the civil rights movement.

A brief biography of Jackie Robinson, in graphic novel format, that describes his childhood, service in the U.S. Army, and success as a baseball player.

Follows the life and career of Jackie Robinson, the first black player to make it to the major leagues.