M.L.K.
Tonya Bolden
M.L.K.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Journey of a King
by Tonya Bolden
The text is written at a 4th 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
The roar of a crowd fills the air, mixed with hopeful chants and the warm summer sun on your face. You can almost feel the heartbeat of a nation ready for change, led by a young man whose words spark courage and dreams. This is the story of Martin Luther King Jr., whose voice echoed across history, but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade biography introduces readers ages 9-12 to the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Through period photographs and accessible text, it presents a thoughtful portrait of his role in the Civil Rights Movement. Suitable for readers at a grade 4.5 level, the book handles themes of social justice and history with sensitivity.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780810954762
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Abrams Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2007
- Type
- Nonfiction