Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with the best books by or about the great civil rights leader. There are biographies, in-depth histories, collections of Dr. King’s words, and books to engage young readers. Below is a sample of books that can help students understand King’s monumental work and connect it with the continued efforts for justice and peace needed today.

History’s All-Stars
Dharathula H. Millender
Grades 4 to 6

Why We Can’t Wait
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Grades 9 and up

Let the Trumpet Sound
Stephen B. Oates
Grades 10 and up

King’s Courage
David Wenzel
Grades 4 to 6

A Time to Break Silence
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Grades 5 to 8

All Labor Has Dignity
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Grades 9 and up

Parting the Waters
Taylor Branch
Grades 10 and up

Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?
Bonnie Bader
Grades 4 to 6

Waking From the Dream
David L. Chappell
Grades 10 and up

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