Book Series · 7 Books

A Big Words Book Books

In order from Martin's Big Words to Ellen Takes Flight.

Martin's Big Words
Abe's Honest Words
Helen's Big World
Frederick's Journey: The Life of Frederick Douglass
Ruth Objects: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Martin's Big Words
Sale price
$1797
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Martin's Big Words

By Doreen Rappaport, Bryan Collier (Illustrator)

Discover the powerful journey of a leader who preached love over hate.

40 pages· 684 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts
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Summary: Explore the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a visionary who rose from the segregated South to lead a movement with his powerful words. Inspired by his parents' beliefs in equality, he became a minister, championing love and justice. Through vibrant collage art and his own speeches, this book captures his enduring legacy and the profound impact of his message. What challenges did he face, and how did his words change the world? Dive into this compelling story of courage and hope.
In reading order

A Big Words Book Series

7 books · Published 2001–2023

#1

Martin's Big Words

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Discover the powerful journey of a leader who preached love over hate.

#3

Abe's Honest Words

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2008

A self-taught leader battles to end slavery and unite a divided nation.

#4

Eleanor, Quiet No More

Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2009

A lonely childhood shapes a future First Lady who transforms America through activism and compassion.

#6

Helen's Big World

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2012

A young girl, unable to see or speak, finds her voice and changes the world.

#8

Frederick's Journey: The Life of Frederick Douglass

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2015

A slave's journey to freedom through the power of words.

#11

Ruth Objects: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2020

A young girl defies prejudice to become a Supreme Court icon fighting for equality.

#12
Ellen Takes Flight
Sale price
$1899

Ellen Takes Flight

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

First Latina in space breaks barriers and inspires future explorers.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the A Big Words Book series?

There are 7 books in the A Big Words Book series. It began with Martin's Big Words in 2001, and the newest book, Ellen Takes Flight, was published in 2023.

What order should you read the A Big Words Book books in?

Start with Martin's Big Words and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #7.

What ages are the A Big Words Book books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring A Big Words Book to life.

01

Doreen Rappaport

Author
02

Bryan Collier

Illustrator
03

Kadir Nelson

Illustrator
04

Gary Kelley

Illustrator
05

Matt Tavares

Illustrator
06

London Ladd

Illustrator
07

Eric Velasquez

Illustrator
08

Oliver Dominguez

Illustrator

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