readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
5.0
Powerful book - takes pieces of Dr. King's speech and life and looks at what it means throughout generations including today. Wonderful discussions will happen while reading this one.
allen_h's review against another edition
4.0
Practical suggestions for all people with historical references at the end.
antlersantlers's review against another edition
4.0
Carole Boston Weatherford writes a simplified version of Dr. King's message, in text that would work very well in a story time for younger kids. The illustrations use different styles to go back and forth between King's life and a modern scene of children painting a mural honoring him and applying his message of peace. It's not flawless, but it is lovely and powerful. I think the book would be great for an under-the-radar social justice inspired story time, because there are definitely echoes of the current youth movement and I would love to see this read aloud beyond the token February story times.
katieckb's review against another edition
3.0
A nice book about how it doesn’t take much to lead life following Martin Luther King’s ideals. I felt it ended a bit abruptly.
fantisian's review against another edition
4.0
Children would be able to understand most of the content via the illustrations. The text elicits feelings that children can identify with. There are strong statements about actions children should take. Teaches children about responsibility, accepting ownership for their actions, taking a peaceful approach to adversity, the importance of belief and unity. Author's note has notable moments of Dr. King's life and legacy.
yangyvonne's review against another edition
4.0
A nicely done book about MLK Jr. with all the usual information. The thing that sets this book apart is the gorgeous illustrations. Each page is more beautiful than the next!
sylviamariereads's review against another edition
5.0
Read for outreach K-2. I took this book to three schools. Good book for younger kids, who were eager to share everything they knew about Dr. Martin Luther King.
We talked about Black History Month and several people.
Great discussion about what it means to be a king or queen. The kids really enjoyed talking about the different things they could do.
We talked about Black History Month and several people.
Great discussion about what it means to be a king or queen. The kids really enjoyed talking about the different things they could do.
erine's review against another edition
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day we read this together. It's a rather poetic and lofty look at all the ways in which Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. made a difference in the world. The words are accompanied by illustrations of contemporary kids trying to follow in Dr. King's footsteps. Could make for a great discussion or thought experiment -- how can you do these things in your community?
A brief but thorough afterward gives more information on Dr. King. The book as a whole was less about his life or even his specific accomplishments, and more about encouraging people to take steps in their own lives to be more engaged, involved, and caring individuals.
A brief but thorough afterward gives more information on Dr. King. The book as a whole was less about his life or even his specific accomplishments, and more about encouraging people to take steps in their own lives to be more engaged, involved, and caring individuals.
mindfullibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
Required purchase for school libraries! This picture book is a fabulous testament to Dr. King's character and legacy, giving examples of how children can "Be a King" through different actions that spread kindness and build a better world. Examples include statements such as:
"Know that bigotry hurts. Remember how you felt when treated unfairly" and "Break the chains of ignorance. Learn as much as you can."
Page spreads have only 3 lines of text, but with such a powerful message, this title can be used in classrooms of all ages with differing levels of discussion. It would also be a fabulous title to have on home bookshelves to read as a family and discuss character and doing the right thing.
Thank you to Bloomsbury Kids for the advance review copy of this title.
"Know that bigotry hurts. Remember how you felt when treated unfairly" and "Break the chains of ignorance. Learn as much as you can."
Page spreads have only 3 lines of text, but with such a powerful message, this title can be used in classrooms of all ages with differing levels of discussion. It would also be a fabulous title to have on home bookshelves to read as a family and discuss character and doing the right thing.
Thank you to Bloomsbury Kids for the advance review copy of this title.
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