Martin Luther King, Jr., and the March on Washington (All Aboard Reading)

Frances Ruffin

ISBN 10: 044842424X ISBN 13: 9780448424248

Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap, 2000

Synopsis

Captures the spirit of the landmark day in American history--August 28, 1963--when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his "I Have a Dream" speech to thousands of people in Washington, D. C. Simultaneous.

About this title

About the Author:

Frances E. Ruffin lives in New York City.

From School Library Journal:

Gr 1-3-This series entry covers the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom of August 28, 1963, and includes a brief historical perspective on the segregation and discrimination that preceded this event. One high point is the excellent and easy-to-understand description in words and pictures of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech. Ruffin's clear, readable text is a fine example of how short, simple sentences can be used effectively to tell a complex story. A good model for nonfiction picture books, this title uses numerous informative illustrations to supplement a spare but factual text. The illustrations are a combination of vintage black-and-white photographs and expressive full-color paintings. A must-purchase for both school and public libraries.-Eunice Weech, M. L. King Elementary School, Urbana, IL

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About this edition

• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 044842424X
• ISBN 13: 9780448424248
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 45
• Illustrator: Stephen Marchesi