A lot of children growing up today don't have any idea how it was for African-American people within the past half century. I think all races agree that we have made progress, but a lot still has to be done. The more aware we are of what our behavior was like then might change some attitudes about other races, creeds and religons that exisit today.
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The Jackie Robinson Story
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
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Movie's main asset is that Robinson plays himself.
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for Ages 6 and Up
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About The Jackie Robinson Story
Parents need to know that this movie is forthright about the racial issues, but inevitably appears somewhat naive by today's standards.
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- Families can talk about other sports figures who have overcome prejudice.
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