Martin Luther King, Jr. (National Geographic Readers Series)

Martin Luther King, Jr. (National Geographic Readers Series)

by Kitson Jazynka
Martin Luther King, Jr. (National Geographic Readers Series)

Martin Luther King, Jr. (National Geographic Readers Series)

by Kitson Jazynka

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Overview

The most effective method used to influence children to read is to incorporate the information that interests them the most. National Geographic Readers are educational, high-interest, and comprehensive for children. In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 

In this level two biography, difficult concepts are made understandable and transitioned into a more approachable manner. This includes the use of sidebars, timetables, diagrams and fun facts to hold the interest of the young reader. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore. 

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Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781426310881
Publisher: Disney Publishing Group
Publication date: 12/26/2012
Series: National Geographic Readers Series
Pages: 48
Sales rank: 860,946
Product dimensions: 6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile: 630L (what's this?)
Age Range: 5 - 7 Years

About the Author

KITSON JAZYNKA is an award-winning freelance writer and children's author. Her work appeals regularly in National Geographic Kids, American Girl, and Young Rider magazines, as well as the Washington Post's KidsPost. In 2011, she worked with the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Foundation to write a book called The Making of the Memorial, a history of the creation of the memorial to Dr. King on the National Mall. Kitson also contributes to national equestrian and dog magazines including, Dog Fancy, Horse Illustrated, and Dressage Today. Her picture book, Carrot In My Pocket, was published in 2001. She currently lives with her family in Washington, DC. The author lives in Washington, DC.

Table of Contents

Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.? 4

Growing Up 8

In His Time 14

A Way With Words 16

A Student of Peace 20

Helping Others 24

8 Awesome Facts About Dr. King 32

Dr. King's Dream 34

His Final Years 38

A Memorial to Peace 42

Be a Quiz Whiz! 44

Glossary 46

Index 48

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From the Publisher

"The book, in bright visuals and engaging text, offers up information about Dr. King’s childhood, his studies, and, of course, his work on behalf of equal rights... The large typeface and varied sentence structure is ideal for emergent readers." —Booklist

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