In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson: A Classic Sports Story About Baseball, Friendship, and Finding Home in 1947 Brooklyn for Kids (Ages 8-12)
by Bette Bao Lord, Marc Simont
Set in 1947 Brooklyn, this classic story follows a young reader’s journey through baseball, friendship, and the challenge of finding home. With Jackie Robinson at the heart of its historical setting, it offers children ages 8–12 an engaging tale about sports, community, and belonging.
About This Book
In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson is a classic sports story for children ages 8–12.
Set in 1947 Brooklyn, the book brings together baseball, friendship, and the experience of finding home.
Jackie Robinson’s historic presence adds an important dimension to this story of sports and community.
With its focus on growing connections and a memorable time in baseball history, this title offers young readers an engaging work of children’s fiction.
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