Stone Thrower, The
Professional football player Chuck Ealey faced racism and poverty his entire life. He was a young, Black man growing up in Ohio in the 1950s, where there was a clear socioeconomic and racial divide. As he worked to achieve his dreams, his journey demanded grit and perseverance. A compelling biography with effective images, this picture book lends itself well to a more-extensive exploration of racism and poverty, particularly in an upper-primary or intermediate classroom. Additionally, the book may inspire a study of biographies of other professional athletes.