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Crossing the Line: Jackie Robinson

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Middle schoolers participate in viewing The National Pastime, a film about Jackie Robinson's life. They discuss how Robinson was a hero and how they can learn from him. They work in groups using a graphic organizer to analyze Jackie Robinson traits and accomplishments.

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6th - 8th
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Social Studies & History
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