Jackie Robinson: He Led the Way

by April Jones Prince

Book Overview

Jackie Robinson became the first black Major League baseball player of the modern era when he stepped onto the field as a Brooklyn Dodger in 1947. In simple, engaging language, this book follows Jackie from childhood through his career as an MVP, award winning baseball player and a hero of the civil rights movement. This book is perfect for Black History Month and the start of spring training

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0448447215
• ISBN13: 9780448447216
• Release Date: December 2007
• Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.9" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3