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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Martin Luther King Jr.: A Peaceful Leader
Discover how peaceful protest changed history.
32 pages· 626 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 96 ratings
Books About Martin Luther King, Jr. · 64 titles considered
The Best Martin Luther King, Jr. Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about martin luther king, jr.? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1973
I Have a Dream
By Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Kadir Nelson (Illustrator)
Discover the power of a dream that changed history.
40 pages· 585 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 3,762 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018
Pies from Nowhere
By Dee Romito, Laura Freeman (Illustrator)
A cook's secret efforts fuel a pivotal civil rights movement.
40 pages· 1,253 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 656 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018
Let the Children March
By Monica Clark-Robinson, Frank Morrison (Illustrator)
Children march for civil rights, challenging segregation in 1963 Birmingham.
40 pages· 892 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.6/5 Goodreads · 2,109 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020
A Ride to Remember
A carousel ride becomes a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights movement.
40 pages· 1,745 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 410 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2020
This Little Dreamer
Discover dreamers who shaped history in this inspiring board book.
26 pages
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 102 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016
I am Martin Luther King, Jr.
A young boy grows up to become a leader in the fight for civil rights.
32 pages· 2,202 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,179 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2012
Martin Luther King, Jr.
A biography of Martin Luther King Jr. that explores his life and work as a civil rights leader
48 pages· 2,454 words· Est. 28 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 162 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019
Martin & Anne
By Nancy Churnin, Yevgenia Nayberg (Illustrator)
Two lives, one year: hope and dreams defy prejudice and violence.
32 pages· 787 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 284 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2008
As Good as Anybody
By Richard Michelson, Raúl Colón (Illustrator)
Two leaders unite against discrimination, forging a powerful bond for justice and equality.
40 pages· 1,570 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 382 ratings
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about martin luther king, jr. for the youngest readers and listeners.
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Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?
Ages 2–4 · 2020
Discover the inspiring journey of a civil rights leader in a captivating board book for young readers.
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$695
The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.
Ages 0–3 · 2001
Discover how one man's dream changed a nation.
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$799
I am Brave
Ages 2–5 · 2019
Discover the inspiring traits of Martin Luther King, Jr. in a fun, interactive board book.
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$599
My Little Golden Book About Martin Luther King Jr.
Ages 2–5 · 2018
Discover how a boy from Atlanta became a civil rights icon.
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$899
Follow Your Dreams, Little One
Ages 0–3 · 2020
Discover the inspiring stories of trailblazing black men who shaped history.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about martin luther king, jr. for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Young, Gifted and Black
Ages 8–12 · 2018
Discover 52 icons who changed the world and inspire future generations to dream big.
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Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer
Ages 4–7 · 2015
A civil rights champion fights for equal voting rights against fierce opposition.
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Martin & Mahalia
Ages 8–12 · 2013
Two voices unite, sparking change and inspiring a movement.
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The Youngest Marcher
Ages 5–10 · 2017
A young girl boldly joins a civil rights protest, facing arrest to fight segregation.
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A Place to Land
Ages 7–10 · 2018
Discover the untold story behind Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic speech and its unexpected creation.
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Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop
Ages 9–12 · 2018
A young girl witnesses a pivotal civil rights protest and Dr. King's final stand.
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Martin's Big Words
Ages 4–8 · 2001
Discover the powerful journey of a leader who preached love over hate.
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Martin Luther King, Jr.
Ages 4–7 · 2020
A young boy vows to fight injustice with words.
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Rosa
Ages 4–8 · 2005
A woman's quiet defiance ignites a movement for justice.
March On!
2008
Witness a historic speech that changed a nation.
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Be a King
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover how Dr. King's legacy inspires a new generation to stand for justice and change the world.
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My Daddy, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Ages 4–8 · 2013
Discover the untold story of a son growing up with a civil rights icon.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about martin luther king, jr. for developing and independent readers.
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Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?
Ages 8–12 · 2007
The story of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and his fight for civil rights in America.
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Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me 'Round
Ages 8–12 · 2022
A young activist fights to make a hero's birthday a national holiday.
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$999
Dear Martin
Ages 13–18 · 2017
A young man's life unravels after a violent encounter with an off-duty cop.
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$699
¿Quién fue Martin Luther King, Jr.?
Ages 8–12 · 2007
A leader's fight for justice ends in tragedy, immortalized in powerful illustrations.
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$899
My Brother Martin
Ages 6–11 · 2003
A boy's realization in the segregated South sparks a journey to change history.
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$1999
Martin Rising
Ages 9–12 · 2018
A poetic journey through MLK's final months and enduring legacy.
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$1999
Chasing King's Killer
Ages 12–17 · 2018
A civil rights leader's life ends in tragedy, revealing the impact of one man's actions on history.
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$799
My Dream of Martin Luther King
Ages 6–9 · 1995
Discover Dr. King's journey and the promise of hope through vivid illustrations.
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$2499
Hand in Hand
Ages 8–12 · 2012
Discover the legacies of ten Black men who shaped American history.
Graphic Nov.
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$1295
24 Hour History
Ages 8–14
Five pivotal days that reshaped history, from war to moon landing.
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$799
Civil Rights Movement
Ages 7–10 · 2020
Discover the pivotal moments and figures of the civil rights movement.
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$499
Rosa Parks
Ages 5–8 · 2015
A biography of Rosa Parks, a civil rights activist who refused to give up her seat on a bus, sparking a famous boycott that helped change unfair laws.
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