42 is not just a number : the odyssey of Jackie Robinson, American hero by Rappaport, Doreen, author instant download

42 is not just a number : the odyssey of Jackie Robinson, American hero by Rappaport, Doreen, author instant download

119 pages ; 22 cm, An eye-opening look at the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson, the man who broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball and became an American hero, Includes bibliographical references (pages 112-114) and index, The neighborhood, 1927 -- Jack's idol, 1932 -- \"International day,\" summer 1934 -- Mack's big challenge, July 18, 1936 -- A new path, January 1938 -- University life, February 1939-March 1941 -- From private to lieutenant, July-August 1942 -- The confrontation, July 6- November 28, 1944 -- In the Negro leagues, March-August 1945 -- Advocates for change, 1937-1947 -- The interview, August 28, 1945 -- The journey out, February 28-29, 1946 -- In the minor leagues, March 4-October 4, 1946 -- Bench jockeying, April-May 1947 -- Stealing home, June 24, 1947 -- The public speaks, July 1947 -- An alone life, July-August 1947 -- The final stretch, August-September 1947 -- The triumphant return, late September 1947 -- The Subway Series, September 30-October 6, 1947 -- 42 is not just a number, April 15, 1997, YALSA quick picks for reluctant YA readers; Nonfiction 2018, Accelerated Reader AR MG 7