Jackie’s Gift, by Sharon Robinson, is a wonderful true story about the Robinson family’s first Christmas in a new home with new neighbors.  Young Steve Satlow loved baseball, the Brooklyn Dodgers, and believed that “…Jackie Robinson the best player the Dodgers have ever had, black or white…”  When the Robinsons move in down the street, despite other neighbors attempts to stop them, Steve can’t wait to meet him.  Two interesting topics are handled with utmost respect.  The racism of Steve’s neighbors is explained and compared to racism Steve’s grandparent experienced as Jewish immigrants so that Steve can relate first-hand.  Then, after bringing a Christmas tree to Steve’s house, the Robinsons learn that Steve’s family is Jewish.  Steve’s parents find room for the gift in their home and hearts despite their religious beliefs.  The water color illustrations are just gorgeous as they give the feeling of “history” to the story.  This is probably a must have for most elementary libraries that strive to represent multiple perspectives on December holidays.