David A. Adler is the author of many popular books for children,
including biographies, math books, and Judaica. His strong interest
in history and biography led to his bestselling Picture Book
Biography series. He lives in New York State with his wife and
family.
Robert Casilla is the illustrator of several titles in David A.
Adler's Picture Book Biography series, with subjects that include
Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Jesse
Owens. He lives in Connecticut.
"This beautifully illustrated easy-to-read biography takes a look
at the life, leadership, and ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr.... A fine introduction to King and the freedom movement, and
one that would be equally useful for story-hour and discussion
groups." --School Library Journal
"This slim volume will meet the information needs of primary
graders and spark their desire to know more about King." --The
Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
As with Adler's previous books in this series, the picture-book format serves as a highly effective, empathetic way to introduce the life and legacy of important Americans to young children. Here the highlights of King's life are presented with an emphasis on his childhood and family. Children will immediately relate to his painful early experiences of racism and understand the genesis of his lifelong struggle for racial equality. The book portrays the hatred King endured, the horror of his assassination and the intense power of his message. A single-page list of important dates closes the book. Its most striking aspect is Casilla's evocative watercolor paintings, which expand the text while celebrating the man. Ages 4-9. (Oct.)
"This beautifully illustrated easy-to-read biography takes a look
at the life, leadership, and ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr.... A fine introduction to King and the freedom movement, and
one that would be equally useful for story-hour and discussion
groups." --School Library Journal
"This slim volume will meet the information needs of
primary graders and spark their desire to know more about King."
--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
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