Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: Jackie Robinson and Family

Jackie Robinson and Family

Sports writers William Rhoden and Peter Golenbock and historian Joseph Dorinson discussed Jackie Robinson’s family. This virtual event was hosted by the Center for Brooklyn History.

Description

Sports writers William Rhoden and Peter Golenbock and historian Joseph Dorinson discussed Jackie Robinson’s family. This virtual event was hosted by the Center for Brooklyn History.

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • What role does William Rhoden suggest Jackie Robinson's family played for him?
  • Thinking back to his own childhood, what broke Peter Golenbock's heart? Based on the clip, what were the implications of this "pressure?"
  • How does Joseph Dorinson compare Robinson's childhood with his family as an adult? What role did Rachel Robinson play?
  • Based on the clip, what illness did Jackie Robinson have?

Additional Resources

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Jackie Robinson
    • Nuclear Family

    Topics

    U.S. History

    Grades

    Middle SchoolHigh SchoolUniversity