All Star: How Larry Doby Smashed the Color Barrier in Baseball

The remarkable story of Larry Doby, the first Black baseball player in the American League.

In 1947, Larry Doby signed with the Cleveland Indians, becoming the first Black player in the American leagues. He endured terrible racism, both from fans and his fellow teammates. Despite this, he became a unifying force on and off the field, and went on to become a seven-time All Star. Illustrated with Cannaday Chapman's bold, stylized illustrations, this exceptional biography tells the story of an unsung hero who not only opened doors for those behind him, but set amazing records during his Hall of Fame career. More significantly, it examines the long fight to overcome racism in sports and our culture at large, a fight that is far from over.

This biography for young readers brings an American hero's story to life:

• An Unsung Hero of Baseball: Learn about Larry Doby, the first Black player in the American League, who broke barriers just eleven weeks after Jackie Robinson.
• Overcoming Adversity: A powerful, age-appropriate introduction to the Civil Rights movement and the story of facing down racism with courage and dignity.
• Inspirational Sports Story: Follow Larry's journey from the Negro Leagues to becoming a seven-time All-Star and a Hall of Fame legend.
• Stunning Illustrations: Vibrant, stylized art by Cannaday Chapman makes this an engaging and beautiful book for read-alouds and young history lovers.

Author: Audrey Vernick
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 01/04/2022
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 11.10h x 9.30w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781328482976
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 515275 / All Star: How Larry Doby Smashed the Color Barrier in Baseball


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 12/01/2021
Booklist 01/01/2022 pg. 64
Publishers Weekly 01/24/2022
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2022
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2022 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author
Audrey Vernick is the author of Brothers at Bat and other baseball books. An avid fan, she lives New Jersey. audreryvernick.com, Twitter: @yourbuffalo, Instagram: @audrey_vernick.

Cannaday Chapman's work has been featured in the New York Times and The New Yorker. He currently lives in Germany. cannadaychapman.com, Twitter and Instagram: @cannadaychapman.