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"People of Character explores important character traits through the lives of famous historical figures. Jackie Robinson highlights how this great individual demonstrated determination during his life. Intended for grades three through six"--Provided by publisher.
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"Jackie Robinson always loved sports, especially baseball. He could run, leap, and throw better than any other kid around. But he lived at a time when the rules weren't fair to African Americans: Even though Jackie was a great athlete, he wasn't allowed on the best teams just because of the color of his skin. Jackie knew that sports were best when everyone, of every color, played together. He became the first black baseball player on a major-league...