My Uncle Martin's Words for America

Watkins Angela Farris

Description

In this inspirational story about Martin Luther King Jr.told from the perspective of his niece Angela Farris Watkinsreaders learn how King used his message of love and peace to effectively fight for African Americans civil rights. Focusing on important words and phrases from his speeches, such as justice, freedom, and equality, Watkins uses Kings language to expose young readers to important events during the civil rights era. The simple yet striking text, along with a timeline and glossary, makes this book an accessible tool for helping a young audience learn about the importance of Martin Luther King Jr.s message of nonviolence and his contributions to American history.

Informations

• Publié par: ABRAMS BOOKS
• Date de parution: 08 juillet 2014
• Nombre de lectures: 14
• EAN13: 9781613122099
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 2 Mo

Extrait

Hi! My name is Angela. I want to tell you how my uncle Martin used the power of words to help make America better.
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Before America elected its first African American president, or the first African American woman ran for president, or an African American was appointed as a Supreme Court judge;
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