No matter which sport he tried his hand at, Jackie Robinson was a star. And he did not just play for himself, he made his team better too. However, thanks to segregation in America, there were limits to the greatness he could achieve. Black athletes were not allowed in the major leagues. That is, not until Jackie stepped up to the plate!

CK Curriculum Alignment: CKLA Grade 2 (download only); CKHG Grades 2 & 7

Voices in History™ is a Core Knowledge Biography Series that encourages young readers to learn about real superheroes in history. As a result of acts of extraordinary bravery, ingenuity, strength, and determination, these people made a difference and changed the world. Perhaps their remarkable stories will inspire young readers to become the superheroes of the future.