On August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington, Martin Luther King gave one of the most powerful and memorable speeches in our nation's history. His words, paired with Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson's magificent paintings, make for a picture book certain to be treasured by children and adults alike. The themes of equality and freedom for all are not only relevant today, 50 years later, but also provide young readers with an important introduction to our nation's past.

Annotation:
An illustrated edition of Martin Luther King's famous "I have a dream" speech, with the official recording from the March on Washington, delivered August 28, 1963.

Library Binding: 1 Pages Other Formats

Publisher: Schwartz & Wade Books

Languages: English

ISBN-10: 0375958878

ISBN-13: 9780375958878

Product Dimensions: 11.20 x 11.20 x 0.40 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.20 ounces

Publication Date: October 2012

Author: Martin Luther, Jr. King
Illustrator: Kadir Nelson

BISAC Categories:
Juvenile Nonfiction > Social Issues > Prejudice & Racism
Juvenile Nonfiction > People & Places > United States - African-American
Juvenile Nonfiction > Holidays & Celebrations > Other, Nonreligious