Students explore the highs and lows of Jackie Robinson’s first year as a Brooklyn Dodger (1947) and how his race played a role in the formation of different expectations people had of him. They will examine an instance of the harassment Robinson experienced on the field, analyze how he dealt with it, and explore ways aggression, prejudice, and bullying can be addressed. 

In this activity, students will:

• Explore the unique conditions Jackie Robinson faced as he entered Major League Baseball.
• Review the highs and lows of Robinson’s first year as a Brooklyn Dodger.
• Analyze how Robinson’s race played a role in forming the different expectations people had of him.
• Examine the harassment Robinson experienced and how he reacted to it.
• Consider the difference between implicit and explicit racism.
• Assess the issue of bullying and strategies to address it.