Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.. Doreen Rappaport. Illus. by Bryan Collier. New York: Hyperion Paperbacks for Children, 2001. 34 pages. $15.99 (Hardcover). ISBN 978-078680714-7. Grades K-3.
“Everywhere in Martin’s hometown he saw the signed, WHITE ONLY.” From a young age Martin Luther King Jr. recognized the damage caused by segregation and knew he wanted to grow up to do something about it. Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. takes readers on the journey and transformation of a wise boy to a preacher, activist, and hero. Renowned author Doreen Rappaport shares Martin Luther King Jr.’s tremendous works and ideals in a way that any child can understand. She flawlessly incorporates key examples of his “big words” to help bring his voice to the story. Not only does touch on King’s childhood aspirations, but she also expresses how he motivated an entire population to work together for their rights. She successfully paints a portrait of a man and a movement. Award winning illustrator Bryan Collier molds the landscape of Dr. King Jr.’s life with historical accuracy and a level of emotion that will take astound readers. His unique mixture of collage and watercolors and use of stained glass windows bring the story to life, and help all readers see what has been and what is because of Dr. King. A chronology and extended reference list at the end of the book furthers the lesson and worth of this title. Highly Recommended
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