Martin Luther King Jr. is an important historical figure that has a day dedicated to his memory. His speeches were key in showing that segregation was a problem for the entire country. If you want to teach your children more about him, or they have questions about him, then these books can answer some of those questions.
One of the better books for younger children to investigate is A Picture Book of Martin Luther King Jr. written by David A. Addler. Not only does this book give a timeline of his life, it provides a visual picture so that kids can follow along. The story is simple enough for younger kids to grasp.
For young readers, My First Biography: Martin Luther King, Jr. by Marion Dane Bauer, is a good book to explore. It is written at level that most younger readers can grasp. You may need to help on a few words. Accompanying the words are colorful illustrations that help with comprehension.
For older readers who want to understand the famous speech given by him, I Have A Dream by Martin Luther King Jr. features his full speech. More than that, it gives an accounting of how this speech changed things in America. Along with it is a brief timeline of his life. Your reader will find more than just a speech with this book.
Along with his famous speech, another book, DK Biography: Martin Luther King Jr. by Amy Pastan and Primo Levi, showcases more events in his life. It gives older readers a deeper perspective and understanding of the things that he had to go through in his life and where he discovered some of life’s lessons. It is accompanied by illustrations.
These are just of the few books that help children gain an understanding of Martin Luther King Jr. and the impact that he had on history. While his place in history is well-recognized, it isn’t always told.
