Civil Rights Movement

The Voice That Challenged a Nation: Marian Anderson and the Struggle for Equal Rights

By Russell Freedman

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This determined woman overcame tremendous odds to pursue her dream of a musical career. With grace, poise, and overwhelming talent, she confronted the racial restrictions of the period.

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A Picture Book of Martin Luther King, Jr.

By David A. Adler

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A brief, beautifully illustrated biography of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader.

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Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King

By Jean Marzollo and Brian Pinkney (illustrator)

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A colorful, simple introduction for young readers to the life and works of the beloved Civil Rights leader.

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I Have a Dream

By Martin Luther King, Jr and illustrated by 15 Coretta Scott King Award winners

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Dr. King's famous speech at the 1963 Civil Rights march on Washington is accompanied by glorious illustrations by top children's book artists.

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Martin Luther King

By Rosemary L. Bray

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Folk-art paintings in bright colors accompany the story of key events in Dr. King's life.

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Martin Luther King Day

By Linda Lowery

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Briefly recounts the life of Dr. King and discusses the national holiday in his name.

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Martin Luther King, Jr.: The Dream of Peaceful Revolution

By Della Rowland

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A biography of the Nobel Peace Prize winner who showed us that a struggle can be waged without violence.

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

By Doreen Rappaport and Bryan Collier (illustrator)

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Quotes from some of his most beloved speeches, paired with Collier's stunning watercolor and collage art, tell Dr. King's life story in a simple, direct way.

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My Dream of Martin Luther King

By Faith Ringgold

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An artist recreates Dr. King's life through words and paintings.

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Thank You, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.!

By Eleanora Tate

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Mary Elouise and her friends at Gumbo Grove Elementary School are learning their parts for a special school play, and in the process they also learn about friendship, family and self-respect.

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