Fall 2024

Starred Review The Forgotten Four

Breaking the Color Barrier in Pro Football

From the Series Black Trailblazers in Sports (Read Woke ™ Books)

  • Interest Level: Grade 4 - Grade 8
  • Reading Level: Grade 4

The National Football League (NFL) changed forever in 1946. That year the Forgotten Four—Kenny Washington, Woody Strode, Marion Motley, and Bill Willis—joined the league. Learn about the history of Black football players, the integration of the league, and the first Black coaches, referees, and team owners in the NFL. Then discover how Black football players continue to make a difference on and off the field.

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Interest Level Grade 4 - Grade 8
Reading Level Grade 4
Genre Social Studies
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Narrative Nonfiction, Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity, Sports
Copyright 2025
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Brand Read Woke ™ Books
Imprint Lerner Publications ™
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2024-08-01
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF018010, JNF054050, JNF025210
Dewey 796.332
Dimensions 7 x 9
Guided Reading Level U
Features Bibliography/further reading, Glossary, Index, Introductory note, Primary source quotations/images, Reviewed, Source notes, and Starred Reviews

Reviews

Starred Review Booklist

“The books balance historical accuracy with compelling narratives, weaving personal challenges, societal hurdles, and athletic triumphs into vivid storytelling. Each chapter is complemented by engaging photographs and fast-paced writing that will keep readers hooked while broadening their understanding of racial injustice and resilience. These stories of extraordinary determination and achievement remind readers that every champion deserves their place in history.”—starred, Booklist