Thursday, April 18, 2013
#8 Martin's Big Words The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by Doreen Rapaport
This story is about the boy who grew up to be Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This biography is illustrated by the acclaimed winning illustrator Bryan Collier of "Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2001" in The New York Times. This story symbolized the love this mother gave her son who later became the most prestigious preacher, protestor of equal rights. His mother let him know in the beginning that he is as good as anyone. These words alone carried him through his life and helped him become the leader he was. The illustrator Bryan Collier is amazing he portrayed photos along with collage in his illustrations. This book celebrates diversity and can be used in the classroom. This book would go well with activities and lessons for Black History Month in February in the classroom. I would encourage reading this book in a K-3 setting.
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This looks like a great book. With so many books on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. it is nice to know the quality ones. I think that good illustrations make a big difference in young children's perception. With books on important matters such as civil rights it is necessary for children to be engaged. Thanks for the great post.
ReplyDeleteThis seems like a good book to read to the younger age group because it is based off the life of a mother and a little boy, which is something more relatable to them. Its always important to bring in important historical events into every classroom and this book presents a way for younger children to understand.
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