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

This Caldecott Honor, Coretta Scott King Honor, and New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book picture book biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., brings his life and the profound nature of his message to young children through his own words.

Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of the most influential and gifted speakers of all time. Doreen Rappaport uses quotes from some of his most beloved speeches to tell the story of his life and his work in a simple, direct way. Bryan Collier's stunning collage art combines remarkable watercolor paintings with vibrant patterns and textures. A timeline and a list of additional books and websites help make this a standout biography of Dr. King.

Author: Doreen Rappaport
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Jump at the Sun
Published: 10/01/2001
Series: Big Words #1
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.1lbs
Size: 11.32h x 10.24w x 0.39d
ISBN: 9780786807147


Award: Caldecott Medal - Honor Book
Award: Coretta Scott King Award - Honor Book
Award: Bookseller's Choice - Winner
Award: South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award - Nominee
Award: Red Clover Award - Nominee
Award: Monarch Award - Nominee
Award: Charlotte Award - Nominee
Award: Black-Eyed Susan Award - Nominee
Award: Jane Addams Children's Book Award - Winner
Award: Orbis Pictus Award - Honor Book