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I am Martin Luther King Jr.
Last updated Thursday, February 18, 2021
Author: Brad Meltzer
Illustrator: Christopher Eliopoulos
Date of Publication: 2016
ISBN: 0525428526
Grade Level: 2nd (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Feb. 2021
Synopsis:
Even as a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African-American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it - peacefully, with powerful words. He helped gather people together for nonviolent protests and marches, and he always spoke up about loving other human beings and doing what's right. He spoke about the dream of a kinder future, and bravely led the way toward racial equality in America.
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This book does not shy away from some injustices in US history. It is important story for kids to hear. While the book addresses inequalities, it also discusses determination and love.
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Do you know who is Martin Luther King Jr? What do you know about him?
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Did you know that February is Black History Month?
Vocabulary
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Opposite - unlike and/or different; reverse
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Boycott - refuse to participate in; refuse to buy
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Contagious - spread from one person to another person
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Exhaustion - to be extremely tired mentally and/or physically
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Justice - equity and fairness
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Pg 7 shows two schools that are different based on race. Is that fair? What school would the kids want to go to?
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Pg 17 discusses the importance of voting. Why is it important to vote?
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While there are differences among people, what makes us the same?
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