Picture book · Nonfiction
A Picture Book of Martin Luther King, Jr.
David A. Adler; illustrated by Robert Casilla
About the book
A straightforward picture-book biography of Dr. King covering his childhood, work, and legacy.
Reading notes
A clear, factual introduction for younger elementary students.
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Book details
- Author
- David A. Adler
- Illustrator
- Robert Casilla
- First published
- 1989
- Suggested ages
- Ages 5–9 (editorial estimate — children vary)
- Reading mode
- Best read aloud
- Topics
- civil rights, martin luther king
- Edition shown
- ISBN 9780823408474 · Holiday House, 1989
- Catalog record
- Open Library work record · edition record
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