Martin's Big Words
The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
(Hardcover)
$15.99 (Online)
When Martin was growing up he saw the signs WHITE ONLY everywhere in his hometown. Every time he read the words, he felt bad.
Until he remembered what his mother told him: "You are as good as anyone."
Doreen Rappaport weaves her words and the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., into a captivating narrative to tell the story of Dr. King's life. The text is graceful, simple, and completely accessible for your readers; a chronology and bibliography offer other reources for exploring the life of this great American. Illustrated with stunning collage art by acclaimed artist Bryan Collier, Martin's Big Words is an unforgettable portrait of a man whose dream changed America, and the world, forever.