Jackie Robinson

Written by Herb Dunn · Illustrated by Meryl Henderson

Part of the Childhood of Famous Americans series

Discover the childhoods of iconic Americans and their journeys to greatness.

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180 pages· 20,633 words· Est. 3 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Step into the early lives of America's legends, from inventors to activists. This series brings history to life, revealing how figures like Neil Armstrong and Helen Keller overcame challenges. What shaped their paths to fame? Uncover the stories behind the names that changed the world, and see history through the eyes of young dreamers destined for greatness. Each tale offers a glimpse into the past, inspiring today's youth to imagine their own futures. Dive into the adventures and trials that molded these famous Americans, and explore the roots of their remarkable achievements.

From the publisher

THE CHILDHOODS OF FAMOUS AMERICANS SERIES One of the most popular series ever published for young Americans, these classics have been praised alike by parents, teachers, and librarians. With these lively inspiring, fictionalized biographies – easily read by children of eight and up – today’s youngster is swept right into history. ABIGAIL ADAMS SUSAN B. ANTHONY NEIL ARMSTRONG CRISPUS ATTUCKS CLARA BARTON ELIZABETH BLACKWELL DANIEL BOONE BUFFALO BILL WILL CLARK ROBERTO CLEMENTE DAVY CROCKETT WALT DISNEY THOMAS A. EDISON ALBERT EINSTEIN HENRY FORD BENJAMIN FRANKLIN LOU GEHRIG HARRY HOUDINI LANGSTON HUGHES TOM JEFFERSON HELEN KELLER JOHN FITZGERALD KENNEDY MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. ROBERT E.LEE MERTWETHER LEWIS ABRAHAM LINCOLN MARY TODD LINCOLN THURGOOD MARSHALL JOHN MUIR ANNIE OAKLEY MOLLY PITCHER POCAHONTAS PAUL REVERE KNUTE ROCKNE ELEANOR ROOSEVELT TEDDY ROOSEVELT BETSY ROSS BABE RUTH SACAGAWEA SITTING BULL JIM THORPE MARK TWAIN GEORGE WASHINGTON MARTHA WASHINGTON WILBUR AND ORVILLE WRIGHT

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