I read Usborne’s biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this weekend and really enjoyed it.   The book is well written, providing a great introduction of the Dr. King’s life for young readers.  The pictures that accompany the text are especially helpful, giving children a glimpse into the Civil Rights Movement. 

While I haven’t gotten a chance to read the other books in the “Usborne Famous Lives” series, I can definitely recommend this one.  The Usborne “Quick Links” extend learning by giving readers the opportunity to view a clip of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech as well as an online photo gallery.