Books like The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.
Life Stories: Martin Luther King
Nina Morgan, 1993
123 pages
Why to read
Insightful exploration of Martin Luther King's impactful life.
Encourages empathy and understanding through historical context.
Inspires children with themes of justice and equality.
Supports discussions on civil rights and personal courage.
Life Stories: Martin Luther King
Nina Morgan, 1993
Award winning
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Coretta Scott King's powerful life story.
Highlights themes of perseverance and social justice.
Educates on historical American civil rights movements.
Encourages discussions on equality and personal values.
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
Award winning
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Insightful exploration of historical civil rights moments.
Highlights perseverance and eloquence of Martin Luther King Jr.
Encourages discussions on justice and equality.
Inspirational read with powerful educational value.
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, 2018
Award winning
I Am Martin Luther King, Jr.: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Martin Luther King Jr.'s impactful life story.
Teaches values of equality, courage, and perseverance.
Encourages children to be change-makers in society.
Illustrated narrative captivates and educates young readers.
I Am Martin Luther King, Jr.: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2016
Award winning
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires justice, equality through Elijah Cummings' life story.
Educational: teaches important civil rights history.
Stimulates discussions on fairness and leadership.
Engages young readers with compelling storytelling.
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
Because of You, John Lewis
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires activism and leadership through John Lewis' life.
Educates on civil rights history in an accessible way.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Because of You, John Lewis
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2022
Award winning
A Song for the Unsung: Bayard Rustin, the Man Behind the 1963 March on Washington
Carole Boston Weatherford, Rob Sanders, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Illustrates significant historical events and figures.
Encourages understanding of civil rights movements.
Inspires advocacy and social justice awareness.
Engaging narrative that captivates young readers.
A Song for the Unsung: Bayard Rustin, the Man Behind the 1963 March on Washington
Carole Boston Weatherford, Rob Sanders, 2022
Award winning
Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through Justice Jackson's real-life story.
Highlights determination in overcoming societal barriers.
Educational insight into the U.S. judicial system.
Encourages discussions on equality and justice.
