I am Martin Luther King, Jr. (Ordinary People Change the World)

Synopsis

The eighth biography in this New York Times bestselling series features one of America's greatest civil rights heroes, Martin Luther King, Jr. (Cover may vary)As a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it—peacefully, with powerful words. He helped gather people together for nonviolent protests and marches, and he always spoke up about loving other human beings and doing what&’s right. He spoke about the dream of a kinder future, and bravely led the way toward racial equality in America.This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero&’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A virtue this person embodies: Martin Luther King, Jr.'s dreams of a better future propelled him into action. You&’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

Copyright:

2016

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

40 Pages

ISBN-13:

9780399186950

Related ISBNs:

9780525428527

Publisher:

Penguin Young Readers Group

Date of Addition:

11/11/22

Copyrighted By:

Forty-four Steps, Inc.

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

History, Children's Books, Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs

Grade Levels:

Kindergarten, First grade, Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade

Reading Age:

5–9

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.