Martin Luther King, Jr.


Book Description

Introduces the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.




National Geographic Readers: Rosa Parks


Book Description

Find out about the life of Rosa Parks and how her actions in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1955 helped end racial segregation in America. This book follows the same standards as other National Geographic Readers with the same careful text, brilliant photographs, and fun approach that kids love. The life story of Rosa Parks has enduring lessons to teach us and this biography should appeal to kids, parents, and teachers.




Martin Luther King Jr.: Civil Rights Activist


Book Description

This title looks at the life, accomplishments, and legacy of minister and civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr. The book is complete with sidebars, more facts, a timeline, and QR codes that lead to more information, videos, and activities. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.




Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Life of Fairness


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Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed about a day when people would not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. This book introduces young readers to a man who fully believed in fairness.




All about Martin Luther King, Jr


Book Description

A biography of the civil rights leader describes his work to bring equality and freedom to the lives of Americans.




A Picture Book of Martin Luther King, Jr.


Book Description

"...school and public librarians will want to include this in their collections. The audio version...will be in great demand." - School Library Journal




Martin Luther King, Jr


Book Description

"The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a timeline and other informative backmatter."--Provided by publisher.




National Geographic Readers: George Washington Carver


Book Description

Take a bite into the fascinating history of peanut butter and the man who invented it. Through leveled text and engaging photos, kids meet George Washington Carver and learn about his important work with peanuts and other plants. This level 1 reader is carefully leveled for an early independent reading or read aloud experience, perfect to encourage the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!




National Geographic Readers: Martin Luther King, Jr.


Book Description

The most effective method used to influence children to read is to incorporate the information that interests them the most. National Geographic Readers are educational, high-interest, and comprehensive for children. In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In this level three biography, difficult concepts are made understandable and transitioned into a more approachable manner. This includes the use of sidebars, timetables, diagrams and fun facts to hold the interest of the young reader. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.




Martin's Big Words


Book Description

This definitive picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is an unforgettable portrait of a man whose dream changed America--and the world--forever.