A True Story about Jackie Robinson (Testing the Ice)

In the early 1950s, legendary baseball hero Jackie Robinson literally "tested the ice" for his ki...  More »

In the early 1950s, legendary baseball hero Jackie Robinson literally "tested the ice" for his kids who so eagerly wanted to skate on the frozen lake near their home. Under Sharon Robinson's skillful authorship and Kadir Johnson's vivid illustrations, TESTING THE ICE also becomes a stunning metaphor for her father's remarkable racial breakthrough.  « Less