Presents an illustrated biography of the man who broke baseball's color barrier and changed the way Americans viewed equality in sports.

A biography of the Hall of Fame baseball player who stood up to prejudice and threats on his life to prove his ability and become the first black to play in the major leagues.

Examines the life of the talented black athlete who broke the color barrier in major league baseball by joining the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947.

Presents a biography of the first black baseball player to play in the major leagues when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. Also traces the history of all-black baseball teams.

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.

"People of Character explores important character traits through the lives of famous historical figures. Jackie Robinson highlights how this great individual demonstrated determination during his life. Intended for grades three through six"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in the major leagues, as told by his daughter.

Brief biography of the baseball star who was the first black player to be accepted by a major league team.