Amazing Americans: Post-War United States Era, Jackie Robinson, 6 copies

This engaging new series of leveled biographies brings history to life one dramatic story at a time. By focusing on poignant moments as well as public triumphs, Amazing Americans makes paragons of American history feel accessible and real.

Jackie Robinson became the first black athlete to play on an all-white Major League Baseball team.

As a player who excelled at batting and stealing bases, he led his team to many victories.

As a person who opposed discrimination, he spent his life working for equal rights for all Americans.