Explore the plot structure in biographies. First, read the biography The Story of Jackie Robinson, Bravest Man in Baseball and identify specific events that possibly changed the life of Jackie Robinson. As you guide your listeners, they record these events on an "events and effects" chart. Then, after group practice, individuals take on the role of a reporter and explain the effects of Jackie being signed to the Brooklyn Dodgers. Kids will love taking on this role! 

Common Core

RI.5.2 RI.5.4 RI.5.7 RI.5.10 RF.5.4.a RF.5.4.c L.5.4.a L.5.6