From School Library Journal
Grade 1-3-A brief look at the life of baseball great Jackie Robinson. The subject's childhood, sporting accomplishments, and later endeavors are touched upon, as are the bigotry and prejudice he faced as the first African American to play in the major leagues. The information is similar to that found in Carol Greene's Jackie Robinson (Childrens, 1990), though Adler's writing is smoother. Casilla's full-and double-page watercolors provide attractive backgrounds for the text. A sound introduction to a significant figure.Tom S. Hurlburt, La Crosse Public Library, WICopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Picture Book of Jackie Robinson FROM THE CRITICS
Children's Literature - Susie Wilde
Adler adds another simple, clear picture biography to his growing series as he tells the life story of baseball great, Jackie Robinson. Athletic prowess is only one component of the man. Robinson was also a model for those pursuing their dreams due to his courageous triumphs in the face of racial hatred and prejudice.
School Library Journal
Gr 1-3-A brief look at the life of baseball great Jackie Robinson. The subject's childhood, sporting accomplishments, and later endeavors are touched upon, as are the bigotry and prejudice he faced as the first African American to play in the major leagues. The information is similar to that found in Carol Greene's Jackie Robinson (Childrens, 1990), though Adler's writing is smoother. Casilla's full-and double-page watercolors provide attractive backgrounds for the text. A sound introduction to a significant figure.-Tom S. Hurlburt, La Crosse Public Library, WI
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