Books with title Martin Luther King Jr. Day

You're about to be an eyewitness to the ten crucial days in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, including His faith in peace leads to a surprising protest. Police injustice shocks the nation awake. A personal sacrifice challenges prejudice and racism. A fearless march demands rights for all Americans. And an immortal speech inspires the world. These days and five others shook King's world - and yours.

In this kids' biography, discover the amazing story of Martin Luther King Jr., whose powerful words and dreams for the future inspired the world.Martin Luther King Jr. will always be remembered for his famous "I have a dream" speech, which he gave during the March on Washington in 1963. But his life before and after that big event, and his other enormous contributions to the Civil Rights Movement in the United States, largely go unspoken. In this biography for kids ages 8-12, learn all about MLK--from his early family life and experiences in education, to his untimely death and the worldwide mourning and riots that followed. DK Life Stories go beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, fun facts, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this series perfect for school reports and projects. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.

Marshall Frady, the reporter who became the unofficial chronicler of the civil rights movement, here re-creates the life and turbulent times of its inspirational leader. Deftly interweaving the story of King’s quest with a history of the African American struggle for equality, Frady offers fascinating insights into his subject’s magnetic character, with its mixture of piety and ambition. He explores the complexities of King’s relationships with other civil rights leaders, the Kennedy and Johnson administrations, and the FBI’s J. Edgar Hoover, who conducted a relentless vendetta against him. The result is a biography that conveys not just the facts of King’s life but the power of his legacy.

Amazon Bestseller in Martin Luther King for KidsDo Your Kids Know Why Martin Luther King Day is a National Holiday?Do They Think MLK was just a Public Speaker? Or, just a Civil Rights Activist?Are You Worried Your Children Will Never Come to Truly Appreciate History and Important Historical Figures, like Martin Luther King, Jr.?Get this First-Ever Illustrated Fun Facts MLK Biography specifically for kids 9 to 12 year olds!Included in 55 Fun Facts about Martin Luther King, Jr.Did you know that MLK had a hard time when his grandmother died?That he and Muhammad Ali had a secret relationship?Curious what is his favorite food?And many more unknown facts…along with all the necessary facts too!Colorful illustrations derived from famous moments of MLK’s life“I have a dream” speech text, audio and video clips availableRecommended MLK books for further researchNot only will America’s Civil Rights Movement make sense to kids, but they’ll also have fun learning in this unique fun way!Scroll up and grab your copy today. Tags: Martin Luther King Jr, Martin Luther King, MLK, Martin Luther King Day, MLK Day, Black History, Biography for Kids