This brief biography of Jackie Robinson is written by his daughter.  It is filled with many back-and-white photographs from childhood throughout his life.  He excelled in many sports but wanted to play professional baseball.  Segregation was strong within the country but Branch Rickey of the Major League Baseball team, the Brooklyn Dodgers, encouraged the board to integrate and take advantage of talent from the Negro Leagues.  They chose Jackie to help break the racial barriers.  He not only needed to play exceptionally, he needed to show strength, courage, and composure when dealing with angry and vicious insults and physical attacks.  With a loving family and the support of his team, Jackie became an American hero.  Other than reading about this admirable person, this book may also be a resource during discussions on bullying, segregation, or strength of character.  Jackie’s legacy lives on through the Jackie Robinson Foundation and scholarships.  A glossary and an author question/answer page are included.