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Celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

MARTIN’S BIG WORDS: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Doreen Rapport

“You are as good as anyone.” 

This picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brings his life and the profound nature of his message to young children through his own words. For children ages 6-8 years old or middle elementary (1st, 2nd, 3rd grades). 

Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of the most influential and gifted speakers of all time. Doreen Rappaport uses quotes from some of his most beloved speeches to tell the story of his life and his work in a simple, direct way. Bryan Collier’s stunning collage art combines remarkable watercolor paintings with vibrant patterns and textures. A timeline and a list of additional books and web sites help make this a standout biography of Dr. King. Find it on Amazon here.