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The Story of Martin Luther King Jr. by Christine Platt, MA

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The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.

An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers

by Christine Platt, MA

Narrator John Elbe

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Length 35 minutes

Language English

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Summary

Discover the life of Martin Luther King Jr.—a story about standing up for civil rights for kids ages 6 to 9
Martin Luther King Jr. became one of the most important civil rights leaders in America by fighting for equality for Black people. Before he made history with his powerful speeches and peaceful protests, Martin was a dedicated, smart kid who loved to learn. He challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing. Explore how Martin went from being a kid with a dream to an outstanding leader who made America a better place for everyone.

Independent listening—This Martin Luther King Jr. biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can listen and learn on their own.

Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Martin's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.

A lasting legacy—Find out how Martin made the world a more equal place for future generations in this African American history audiobook for kids.

How will Martin Luther King Jr.'s life inspire you?
Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like Ella Fitzgerald, Simone Biles, Sojourner Truth, Barack Obama, and John Lewis.

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