Black History Heroes: Jackie Robinson: Breaking Barriers: The Story of Mlb's First Black Star

By Chris Singleton

Black History Heroes shares the lives and inspirations of black men and women who changed the world, yesterday, today, and for tomorrow.

Jackie Robinson was the first Black player in Major League Baseball, the first Black TV analyst for the sport, and the first Black vice president of an American corporation. Through his character, commitment to nonviolence, and exceptional talents, Robinson transformed baseball and significantly influenced almost every aspect of American sports and culture.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1638193185
• ISBN13: 9781638193180
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Bushel & Peck Books
• Length: 104 Pages
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5