Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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This picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brings his life and the profound nature of his message to young children through his own words. Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of the most influential and gifted speakers of all time. Doreen Rappaport uses quotes from some of his most beloved speeches to tell the story of his life and his work in a simple, direct way. Bryan Collier's stunning collage art combines remarkable watercolor paintings with vibrant patterns and textures. A timeline and a lsit of additional books and web sites help make this a standout biography of Dr. King.

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  Martin's Big Words

  • 2007-12
  • 40 pages
  • Paperback
  • Perfection Learning
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  Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King,...

  • 2001-10-01
  • 40 pages
  • Paperback
  • Jump At The Sun

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