Cover of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

by Dharathula H. Millender

Childhood of Famous Americans

Reading Level 6-7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Discover the early years of a young boy who would grow up to change the world. Follow the journey of Martin Luther King, Jr. as he learns about justice, courage, and hope in a time of great challenges. This engaging story makes history come alive for young readers.

Representation & Themes

BiographyCivil RightsComing of AgeAfrican American HistoryFamily

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0020420102
Pages
192
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
1986
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
24,250

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

King, Martin Luther, Jr., 1929-1968 -- Childhood and youth -- Juvenile literature.King, Martin Luther, Jr., 1929-1968 -- Childhood and youth.African Americans -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Baptists -- United States -- Clergy -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.African Americans -- Civil rights -- Juvenile literature.Clergy.Civil rights workers.African Americans -- Biography.