Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Life of Fairness

Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Life of Fairness
Author: Tonya Leslie
Publisher: Bellwether Media
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2013-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1612113079

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.

Death of a King

Death of a King
Author: Tavis Smiley
Publisher: Little, Brown
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2014-09-09
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0316332755

A revealing and dramatic chronicle of the twelve months leading up to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination. Martin Luther King, Jr. died in one of the most shocking assassinations the world has known, but little is remembered about the life he led in his final year. New York Times bestselling author and award-winning broadcaster Tavis Smiley recounts the final 365 days of King's life, revealing the minister's trials and tribulations -- denunciations by the press, rejection from the president, dismissal by the country's black middle class and militants, assaults on his character, ideology, and political tactics, to name a few -- all of which he had to rise above in order to lead and address the racism, poverty, and militarism that threatened to destroy our democracy. Smiley's Death of a King paints a portrait of a leader and visionary in a narrative different from all that have come before. Here is an exceptional glimpse into King's life -- one that adds both nuance and gravitas to his legacy as an American hero.

Martin Luther King Jr.: Civil Rights Activist

Martin Luther King Jr.: Civil Rights Activist
Author: Grace Hansen
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2022-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1098244125

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.

All about Martin Luther King, Jr

All about Martin Luther King, Jr
Author: Todd Outcalt
Publisher: All about
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781681570914

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

Martin Luther King, Jr

Martin Luther King, Jr
Author: Emma E. Haldy
Publisher: My Early Library: My Itty-Bitt
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781634705974

"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.

Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr.
Author: Dona Herweck
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2011-12-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781433336416

Highlights the life and achievements of the Baptist pastor who became a driving force behind the African American civil rights movement.

National Geographic Readers: Martin Luther King, Jr.

National Geographic Readers: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Author: Kitson Jazynka
Publisher: National Geographic Society
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2012-12-26
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426314108

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 Luther King Jr. in His Own Words

Martin Luther King Jr. in His Own Words
Author: Ryan Nagelhout
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2014-01-16
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1482465094

No discussion of the civil rights movement of the 1960s is complete without a close look at Martin Luther King Jr. This book is an invaluable source of biographical information that uses King's own immensely powerful words to tell the story of his life and the fight for equality. The Montgomery bus boycott, the March on Washington, and the Civil Rights Act are just some historic events described. Readers will find that King's words still resonate today, years after his tragic death.

Letter from Birmingham Jail

Letter from Birmingham Jail
Author: Martin Luther King
Publisher: HarperOne
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2025-01-14
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780063425811

A beautiful commemorative edition of Dr. Martin Luther King's essay "Letter from Birmingham Jail," part of Dr. King's archives published exclusively by HarperCollins. With an afterword by Reginald Dwayne Betts On April 16, 1923, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., responded to an open letter written and published by eight white clergyman admonishing the civil rights demonstrations happening in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. King drafted his seminal response on scraps of paper smuggled into jail. King criticizes his detractors for caring more about order than justice, defends nonviolent protests, and argues for the moral responsibility to obey just laws while disobeying unjust ones. "Letter from Birmingham Jail" proclaims a message - confronting any injustice is an acceptable and righteous reason for civil disobedience. This beautifully designed edition presents Dr. King's speech in its entirety, paying tribute to this extraordinary leader and his immeasurable contribution, and inspiring a new generation of activists dedicated to carrying on the fight for justice and equality.

From Civil Rights to Human Rights

From Civil Rights to Human Rights
Author: Thomas F. Jackson
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 486
Release: 2007
Genre: African Americans
ISBN: 9780812239690

From Civil Rights to Human Rights examines King's lifelong commitments to economic equality, racial justice, and international peace. Drawing upon broad research in published sources and unpublished manuscript collections, Jackson positions King within the social movements and momentous debates of his time.