Dad, Jackie, and Me

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Winner of the Schneider Family Book Award A young boy and his deaf father bond over baseball as they root for Jackie Robinson and the Dodgers to win the pennant. It was Opening Day, 1947. And every kid in Brooklyn knew this was our year. The Dodgers were going to go all the way! In the summer of 1947, a highly charged baseball season is underway. The new first baseman for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Jackie Robinson, is the first Black player in Major League Baseball--- and it looks like the team might have what it takes to get to the World Series. A young boy listens eagerly to the games on the radio, using sign language to tell his deaf father about every new development. Getting into the spirit, his father begins to keep a scrapbook, clipping newspaper articles and photos about Jackie. One day, the father has big news: they're going to Ebbets field to watch Jackie play in person! As the team draws closer to victory, the boy and his dad become more and more excited, going to every game they can-- and becoming closer themselves through their shared love of the game. Inspired by memories of watching baseball with his own deaf father, Myron Uhlberg's story touches on the strength and determination needed to overcome prejudice, and the joy of a shared victory.

  • Author: Myron Uhlberg
  • Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
  • Ages: 4-8
  • Pages: 32
  • ISBN: 9781561455317 (Paperback)

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Dad, Jackie, and Me

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Winner of the Schneider Family Book Award A young boy and his deaf father bond over baseball as they root... Read more

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    Winner of the Schneider Family Book Award A young boy and his deaf father bond over baseball as they root for Jackie Robinson and the Dodgers to win the pennant. It was Opening Day, 1947. And every kid in Brooklyn knew this was our year. The Dodgers were going to go all the way! In the summer of 1947, a highly charged baseball season is underway. The new first baseman for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Jackie Robinson, is the first Black player in Major League Baseball--- and it looks like the team might have what it takes to get to the World Series. A young boy listens eagerly to the games on the radio, using sign language to tell his deaf father about every new development. Getting into the spirit, his father begins to keep a scrapbook, clipping newspaper articles and photos about Jackie. One day, the father has big news: they're going to Ebbets field to watch Jackie play in person! As the team draws closer to victory, the boy and his dad become more and more excited, going to every game they can-- and becoming closer themselves through their shared love of the game. Inspired by memories of watching baseball with his own deaf father, Myron Uhlberg's story touches on the strength and determination needed to overcome prejudice, and the joy of a shared victory.

    • Author: Myron Uhlberg
    • Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
    • Ages: 4-8
    • Pages: 32
    • ISBN: 9781561455317 (Paperback)

    Ships separately from our book distribution partner by USPS Media Mail. Media Mail usually takes 2 to 8 business days after shipping. If you order this with cards or other items, it will arrive in its own package.

    Shipping & Returns

    When will my order ship?

    Orders ship from Owego, NY within 1 to 3 business days of payment, and most arrive 2 to 5 business days after shipping. We currently ship within the United States. Pre-orders ship when the product is released, and you'll receive a tracking number by email when your order ships.

    Can I return my order?

    Unused accessories, figures and books in their original packaging can be returned within 14 days of delivery. Trading card singles and sealed trading card product are final sale. Please email us before sending anything back.

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    Contact us within 7 days of delivery with your order number and a photo. We'll send a replacement or a full refund, including your original shipping cost, at no charge to you.

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