The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.
by Christine Platt (Author)
Discover the life of Martin Luther King Jr.―a story about standing up for civil rights.
Martin Luther King Jr. became one of the most important civil rights leaders in America by fighting for equality for Black people. Before he made history with his powerful speeches and peaceful protests, Martin was a dedicated, smart kid who loved to learn. He challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing. Explore how Martin went from being a kid with a dream to an outstanding leader who made America a better place for everyone.
Independent reading―This Martin Luther King Jr. biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.
Critical thinking―Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Martin's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.
A lasting legacy―Find out how Martin made the world a more equal place for future generations in this African American history book for kids.
How will Martin Luther King Jr.'s life inspire you?
Martin Luther King Jr. became one of the most important civil rights leaders in America by fighting for equality for Black people. Before he made history with his powerful speeches and peaceful protests, Martin was a dedicated, smart kid who loved to learn. He challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing. Explore how Martin went from being a kid with a dream to an outstanding leader who made America a better place for everyone.
Independent reading―This Martin Luther King Jr. biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.
Critical thinking―Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Martin's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.
A lasting legacy―Find out how Martin made the world a more equal place for future generations in this African American history book for kids.
How will Martin Luther King Jr.'s life inspire you?
Story of Biographies Series—Summary and Book Order
Series: Story of BiographiesReading level: 6+
Books in series: 22
Read in order? No
Next release: Jan 2025
Tags: non fiction historical culture science & tech (STEM) sport adventure sponsored
Print series book list
Books in series order
1. The Story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg (2020)2. The Story of Frida Kahlo (2020)
3. The Story of Abraham Lincoln (2020)
4. The Story of George Washington (2020)
5. The Story of Harriet Tubman (2020)
6. The Story of Alexander Hamilton (2020)
7. The Story of Jane Goodall (2020)
8. The Story of Martin Luther King Jr. (2020)
9. The Story of Albert Einstein (2020)
10. The Story of Barack Obama (2020)
11. The Story of the Wright Brothers (2020)
12. The Story of Neil Armstrong (2020)
13. The Story of Marie Curie (2020)
14. The Story of Helen Keller (2020)
15. The Story of Amelia Earhart (2020)
16. The Story of Malala Yousafzai (2020)
17. The Story of Simone Biles (2020)
18. The Story of Fred Rogers: (2020)
19. The Story of Benjamin Franklin (2020)
20. The Story of Gandhi (2020)
21. The Story of Thomas Jefferson (2020)
22. The Story of Jim Henson (2021)