A hero research presentation by Jacob.

1. Jackie Robinson

2. Jackie Robinson was the first African
American to play MLB

3. Childhood
Born on January 31,1919
Father: Jerry Robinson
Mother:Mallie Robinson
Brothers:Edgar,Frank, and Mack
Sister: Willa Mae

4. School and pre-MLB
When Jackie went to
high school he played
lots of sports.
He went to UCLA and
played:baseball,
basketball,football,and
track

5. Joining the dodgers
In 1946, Jackie met Branch Rickey, the owner of the dodgers. He
was discriminated because of his skin but he still kept playing.

6. Retirement and after career
He retired in 1956
He has 3 kids named
Jackie jr., Sharon, and
David

7. Credits
http://factmonster.com . Goto people
and look up Jackie Robinson

8. Thanks for watching!