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24 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 19 x 20 cm.
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Provides information about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, observed in January on the birthday of the civil rights leader, looks at King's life and his nonviolent approach to winning equal rights for African-Americans, and examines ways in which the holiday is celebrated.
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On January 20, 1986, church bells rang in New York City, world leaders gathered in Atlanta, and thousands paraded in Chicago. It was the first annual celebration of a new national holiday. People all over the United States were remembering Martin Luther King, Jr., a man who dreamed of peace, equality, and freedom for all people.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is an important day. This beginning title uses easy-to-read sentences and crisp photos to explain why the day is meaningful and how people observe it. Simple features reinforce the text while a photo glossary visually defines new vocabulary. Readers just starting out will find a lot to learn about with this engaging title!
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life of the civil rights movement leader. Some people observe the day by singing, reading, or watching movies about him. Others volunteer in their community or make peace-inspired crafts. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
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MLK Day is not meant to be a holiday off from school, work, or duties, it is meant to be a stirring call to action-to model our individual efforts after the holiday's namesake, Martin Luther King Junior. While focusing on the national holiday, readers will come to understand King's vision through stirring photographs and accessible text. They will be motivated to spend this holiday in the spirit intended.
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This title for young readers describes the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. Through peaceful protests and education, Kings leadership cleared the path for the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act. Every third Monday of January, citizens of the United States recognize the leaders mission of equality for all on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Simple information text introduces key details of holidays. Text/photo correspondence aids in learning...
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This title will familiarize readers with Martin Luther King Jr. Day by explaining the "whos, whats, and whys" of it. Complete with a More Facts section and bolded glossary terms. Young readers will gather basic information about Martin Luther King Jr. Day through easy-to-read text alongside compelling and historical photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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The United States celebrated the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, 1986. There were marches, parades, and candlelight gatherings. Readers will learn about the life and accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr. and why his birthday was made an official national holiday. This informative resource includes black-and-white and color photos, an easy-to-follow recipe for peach pie, and instructions on how to make a "Circle of Friendship" craft....
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In Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, young readers will learn about this American holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day online using our...
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The third Monday in January is a time to remember a man who fought for peace and equality. This book discusses Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the origins of the day named in his honor. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic, religious, and traditional holidays--including the roots, traditions, and festivals associated...
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Martin Luther King Jr. led the American civil rights movement in the mid-1900s. His holiday honors this man who continues to inspire Americans to work toward equality more than 50 years after his death. Readers will learn about Martin Luther King Jr., the holiday named for him, and how they can continue to promote and celebrate equality today.
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The third Monday in January is a time to remember a man, who fought for peace and equality. This book discusses Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the origins of the day named in his honor. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
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Amazing Annabelle and DR. Martin Luther King Jr.
As the month of January begins, Mrs. Mitchell introduces her class to the great civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through discussions and media. Mrs. Phillips, the drama teacher, created a short skit about a historic event during the Civil Rights Movement that involved Dr. King and Rosa Parks.
As the students recreate the skit, it sparks a deeper conversation about the Civil Rights Movement,...
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The familiar story of this American hero is told for children. From Dr. King's birth to the end of his short life, the values that he stood for so powerfully and the changes that he helped to bring about are presented here in terms that children can understand and personally relate to.
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