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This is the true story of the history of Negro League baseball told through a rich narrative with beautiful and powerful illustrations of the players. Summary: The story of the league unfolds chronologically highlighting how the players overcame segregation and terrible conditions, such as low pay, all for the love of the game. The book traces the beginnings of the league from the 1920s through the crossover to the major leagues in 1947. The story is told through the eyes of an everyday ballplayer while witnessing history. The text has a conversational natural feel that will appeal to readers. The book is organized into nine innings, each covering a topic about the Negro Leagues, such as the owners, the games against white teams, and how Jackie Robinson became the first black man to play in the majors in the modern era. The book is also rich with facts: Satchel Paige's pitching habits; sleeping arrangements on the road; and how players were paid. Each painting is monumental and detailed. Even the ads on the outfield fences lend a “you were there” feel to the pictures. We Are the Ship is many things: touching, sad, inspiring, unifying, and, ultimately, extremely worthwhile reading. http://www.wearetheship.com

http://www.storyboardthat.com/teacher-guide/we-are-the-ship--the-story-of-the-negro-league-baseball-by-kadir-nelson ELL Guide for Grade 4 ELA M.C.U.

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Teaching guides Holyoke Public Schools http://www.hps.holyoke.ma.us/pdf/curriculum_scope_sequence/Grade%204%20Negro%20Baseball%20League%20.pdf

Text-Dependent Questions Graphic Organizer Directions: After rereading the text, write answers to each question below in the “My Response” section. Support each response by recording textual evidence in the “Evidence From the Text” section. After you are given time to talk to a classmate and share ideas, complete the “My Thoughts Now” section based on your conversation.
 * ** 1. ** According to the passage, what were some problems that Negro League players faced? ||
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 * ** 2. ** Based on the passage, how would you describe the actions of Negro League owners? ||
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 * ** 3. ** Based on the passage, how were the Negro Leagues and the major leagues similar? How were the Negro Leagues and the major leagues different? ||
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