The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.

 By Johnny Ray Moore and Illustrated by Amy Wummer

Published by Ideals Children Books

This board book with only 200 words tells the story of Martin Luther King Jr. This simple account begins with King’s childhood, which will make it easier of little ones to relate to his story.

 

 

 

 

We March

By Shane W. Evans (Author and Illustrator)

Published by Square Fish

We March takes place on August 28, 1963, when over 250,000 people gathered in Washington D. C., to march for jobs and freedom. The march began at the Washington Monument and ended with a rally at the Lincoln Memorial, where Martin Luther King Jr. gave his historic “I Have a Dream” speech.

 

 

 

Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

By Doreen Rappapoort  and Illustrated by Bryan Collier

Published by Hyperion Book CH

This award winning picture is my favorite book about Martin Luther King, Jr.  The book interlaces Dr. King’s words with his life story.  It is a memorable portrait of the man whose dream changed American.

 

 

 

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