I Have A Dream [Paperback]

Martin Luther King Jr. (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

The illustrated edition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.s' monumental "I Have a Dream" Speech, now in paperback.

On August 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered a speech that moved and inspired America. Here, in its entirety, is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s visionary speech, with a foreword by the late Coretta Scott King and paintings by l5 Coretta Scott King Award and Honor Book Artists.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 40 pages
• Publisher: Scholastic Paperback Nonfiction (January 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 059020517X
• ISBN-13: 978-0590205177
• Product Dimensions: 12 x 9 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #236,755 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #39 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > History & Historical Fiction > United States > 1900s
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More About the Author

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968), Nobel Peace Prize laureate and architect of the nonviolent civil rights movement, was among the twentieth century's most influential figures. One of the greatest orators in U.S. history, King also authored several books, including Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story, Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?, and Why We Can't Wait. His speeches, sermons, and writings are inspirational and timeless. King was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 4, 1968.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Legacy, July 29, 2007

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This review is from: I Have A Dream (Paperback)

People give speeches everyday, but few stand the test of time. I HAVE A DREAM highlights the speech of the same title by Martin Luther King, Jr. more than forty years ago. The text of the book is the speech itself, divided into fifteen parts. Each part of the speech is paired with an artistic interpretation, created by past recipients of the Coretta Scott King Award or have been named Coretta Scott King Honor Book Artists. It was interesting to peruse the differing styles of the various artists. At the conclusion of the speech there is a photograph of Martin Luther King, Jr. followed by a brief biographical sketch. The book ends on a high note as each of the contributing artists share what they attempted to convey in their contribution and the inspiration behind it.

Overall, I HAVE A DREAM is a marvelous tribute to the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., and to Coretta Scott King and her literary award. The end of the was particularly moving because it not only conveyed the impact the Kings have had on our society as a whole, but also how it touched individuals on a deeply personal level. The book is a wonderful way to introduce the man and the speech to children. It would be great to have children create their own artistic interpretations of parts of the speech. I HAVE A DREAM is a book that should be in everyone's household, it can be appreciated by both adults and children.

Reviewed by Stacey Seay
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very inspiring book, June 30, 2007

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Jeanne S. Kraus - See all my reviews
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This review is from: I Have A Dream (Paperback)

This is a beautifully illustrated presentation of Dr. King's speech with a thoughtful forward by Coretta Scott King. A wonderful addition to anyone's library....

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommend to anyone, February 2, 2011

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This review is from: I Have A Dream (Paperback)

I have never heard very much of Dr. King's speech. This book covers just about the whole thing. The first time I saw this book in a 3rd grade classroom I was so moved I knew I had to have it!