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Let the Children March

Written by Monica Clark-Robinson and Illustrated by Frank Morrison
In 1963 Birmingham, Alabama, thousands of African American children volunteered to march for their...
1st - 4th
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We March

Written and Illustrated by Shane W. Evans
On August 28, 1963, a remarkable event took place--more than 250,000 people gathered in our nation's...
Pre-K - 3rd

Leveled Reading Passages Supporting A Picture Book of Martin Luther King, Jr.

This set of leveled reading passages can be used to supplement the book A Picture Book of Martin...

Exploring Historical Topics Activity Guide for Grades PK-2

This activity guide supports books on exploring historical topics for grades PK-2.

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I am Martin Luther King, Jr. (Ordinary People Change the World)

Written by Brad Meltzer
These accessible illustrated comic-book style biographies feature characters from history as...
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Martin Luther King, Jr. and the March on Washington

Written by Frances E. Ruffin
An account of the August 28, 1963, gathering for civil rights, culminating in Martin Luther King's...
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Martin & Mahalia: His Words, Her Song

Written by Andrea Davis Pinkney and Illustrated by Brian Pinkney
They were each born with the gift of gospel. Martin's voice kept people in their seats, but also sent their praises soaring. Mahalia's voice was brass-and-butter - strong and smooth at the same time.
1st - 5th
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Pumpkin Hill

Written by Elizabeth Spurr and Illustrated by Whitney Martin
Seeds from a plump pumpkin grew into a huge army of roly-poly pumpkins. All it took was a mighty...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King

Written by Jean Marzollo
Distinctive, beautiful illustrations and simple, informative text make this "an eloquent and...
K - 2nd
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The Emperor's Egg

Written by Martin Jenkins and Illustrated by Jane Chapman

Can you imagine spending the winter outdoors in Antarctica without anything to eat? That’s just what...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Rough-Face Girl

Written by Rafe Martin
In this Algonquin Indian version of the Cinderella story, a Rough-Face Girl wins the heart of a...
2nd - 3rd
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Stuart Goes to School

Written by Sara Pennypacker and Illustrated by Martin Matje
Our favorite worrier is back, and Stuart is about to start third grade. Stuart worries about getting...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Little Worlds

Written by Géraldine Collet and Illustrated by Sébastien Chebret
A little world is any place where a child’s imagination is free to blossom. This book shows a...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Mom's Busy Days

Written by Elise Raucy and Illustrated by Estelle Meens
Maggie and Ethan’s mom has a lot to do. Carpools, work emails, laundry…the list is endless! But when...
Pre-K - 3rd
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My First Biography: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Written by Marion Dane Bauer
The MY FIRST BIOGRAPHY series brings the biggest life stories to the smallest readers. Dr. Martin...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3

Written by Bill Martin Jr.& Michael Sampson and Illustrated by Lois Ehlert
1 told 2 and 2 told 3, "I'll race you to the top of the apple tree." One hundred and one numbers...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Scholastic Reader Science Level 2—The Magic School Bus: The Magic School Bus® Flies With the Dinosaurs

Written by Martin Schwabacher
Are birds and dinosaurs related? Miss Frizzle's class goes back in time and learns about the...
1st - 2nd
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Chameleons Are Cool

Written by Martin Jenkins and Illustrated by Sue Shields
The ability to change color, a sharp-shooting tongue, and skin covering your eyes — now that is cool...
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Book of Seasons/El libro de las estaciones

Written by Alice & Martin Provensen

Easy-to-read descriptions of the changing seasons and their accompanying, kid-friendly activities...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Science Vocabulary Readers: Beautiful Birds

Written by Justin McCory Martin
These engaging early chapter books boost nonfiction reading skills and vocabulary Complete with...
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Science Vocabulary Readers: Strange Bugs

Written by Justin McCory Martin
These engaging early chapter books boost nonfiction reading skills and vocabulary Complete with...
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Science Vocabulary Readers: The Sun

Written by Justin McCory Martin
These engaging early chapter books boost nonfiction reading skills and vocabulary Complete with...
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Before I Made History: Let's Dream, Martin Luther King, Jr.

Written by Connie & Peter Roop
Eager young readers will learn amazing anecdotes about the earliest accomplishments of some of...
2nd - 4th
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Martin Luther King, Jr. (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Kitson Jazynka
Stunning photographs and flawless on-level information introduce young minds to the wonder and...
1st - 3rd

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