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"In his first MLB season, shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. joined the San Diego Padres as one of baseball's top prospects. Sports fans will thrill at this high-action book about one of baseball's rising stars"--.

Looks and the life and work of civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr.

"A day of infamy and a day of bravery. Two days of tragedy and a day of triumph. Collected here are the remarkable stories of five crucial days that changed the course of history forever. Witness the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor and the D-Day invasion during World War II. Grieve with a nation during the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy and civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Bask in the triumph of humanity as Apollo 11 safely delivers the first people to the moon. Through dynamic graphic novel artwork and action-packed text, readers will experience the moments in history that will be remembered forever"--.

A brief biography of African American civil rights activist and Baptist preacher Martin Luther King, Jr.

Presents a story in which young students prepare to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr., Day by thinking about the values he taught; and describes King's life, explaining why he is an important figure in American history.

"Author and illustrator Noah Van Sciver, who was raised a Mormon, covers one of history's most controversial figures, Joseph Smith--who founded a religion which is practiced by millions all over the world"-- Provided by publisher.

"Describes the life and career of Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acu?a Jr."--Provided by publisher.

"Featuring a dual narrative of the key moments of Dr. King's life alongside a modern class as the students learn about him, [the author's] poetic text encapsulates the moments that readers . . . can reenact in their own lives. See a class of young students as they begin a school project inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and learn to follow his example, as he dealt with adversity and never lost hope that a future of equality and justice would soon be a reality. As times change, Dr. King's example remains, encouraging a new generation of children to take charge and change the world"--Provided by publisher.

"Features the iconic Civil Rights leader's childhood, education, family members, and leadership, the Great March on Washington, speeches, peaceful protests, Rosa Parks and the bus boycott, winning the Nobel Peace Prize, and more. This educational board book teaches young readers about one of the most important leaders of our times"--OCLC.

Examines the life of the famous civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr., from his early family life and experiences in education to his history-shaping speeches and the international responses to his assassination.