Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
No. of pages 32
Published: 2012
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"Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." by Doreen Rappaport is a beautifully illustrated biography that captures the essence of Dr. King's life and his profound message of peace, equality, and justice. The book chronicles King's journey from a young boy in Atlanta to a pivotal leader in the Civil Rights Movement. Through powerful language and vibrant illustrations, Rappaport highlights key events and speeches that shaped King's legacy, emphasizing his belief in nonviolence and love. This inspiring narrative serves as an important introduction to Dr. King's values and the enduring impact of his work for future generations. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is part of a book series called Big Words .
This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2012 by Perfection Learning .
Bryan Collier has illustrated more than twenty-five picture books, including the award-winning Dave the Potter , Knock Knock , and Fifty Cents and a Dream , and has received numerous awards, including three Caldecott Honors and five Coretta Scott King Awards. He lives with his wife and children in Marlboro, New York. Shane W. Evans is the illustrator of several children's books, including NO MORE! STORIES AND SONGS OF SLAVE RESISTANCE by Doreen Rappaport. Of FREE AT LAST!, he says, "As in NO MORE!, I was faced with the challenge of making beautiful images out of images that are not always beautiful. There are dark moments in American history - our story - that need to be told, need to be known, and very importantly, need to be seen. It has been a welcome challenge and honor to tell these stories in pictures. "
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Caldecott Award
The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
Booksellers' Choice Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Booksellers' Choice Award.
Black-Eyed Susan Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award.
Coretta Scott King Award - Illustrator
This book was recognised in the Illustrator category by the Coretta Scott King Award. Presented annually since 1970 by the American Library Association to books by African-America authors and illustrators, this award recognizes excellence in promoting a deeper understanding of the African-American Experience.
Monarch Award
This book was recognised by the Monarch Award.
Charlotte Award - Primary School
This book was recognised in the Primary School category by the Charlotte Award.
Orbis Pictus Award
This book was recognised by the Orbis Pictus Award.
Red Clover Award
This book was recognised by the Red Clover Award.
Jane Addams Children's Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Jane Addams Children's Book Award.
South Carolina Childrens Junior and Young Adult Book Award
This book was recognised by the South Carolina Childrens Junior and Young Adult Book Award.
This book features the following character:
Martin Luther King Jr
This book features Martin Luther King Jr.
