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I Have a Dream

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Illustrated by Kadir Nelson

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    About I Have a Dream

    Now available in paperback, here is Dr. Martin Luther King’s iconic speech, which defined the American civil rights movement, illustrated by a Caldecott Medal-winning, New York Times-bestselling illustrator.

    On August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington, Martin Luther King gave one of the most powerful speeches in our nation’s history. His words, paired with Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson’s magificent paintings, make for a picture book certain to be treasured by children and adults alike. The themes of equality and freedom for all are not only relevant today, 60 years later, but also provide young readers with an important introduction to our nation’s past.

    About I Have a Dream

    From Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s daughter, Dr. Bernice A. King: “My father’s dream continues to live on from generation to generation, and this beautiful and powerful illustrated edition of his world-changing “I Have a Dream” speech brings his inspiring message of freedom, equality, and peace to the youngest among us—those who will one day carry his dream forward for everyone.”

    On August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington, Martin Luther King gave one of the most powerful and memorable speeches in our nation’s history. His words, paired with Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson’s magificent paintings, make for a picture book certain to be treasured by children and adults alike. The themes of equality and freedom for all are not only relevant today, 50 years later, but also provide young readers with an important introduction to our nation’s past.

    About I Have a Dream

    From Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s daughter, Dr. Bernice A. King: “My father’s dream continues to live on from generation to generation, and this beautiful and powerful illustrated edition of his world-changing “I Have a Dream” speech brings his inspiring message of freedom, equality, and peace to the youngest among us—those who will one day carry his dream forward for everyone.”

    On August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington, Martin Luther King gave one of the most powerful and memorable speeches in our nation’s history. His words, paired with Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson’s magificent paintings, make for a picture book certain to be treasured by children and adults alike. The themes of equality and freedom for all are not only relevant today, 50 years later, but also provide young readers with an important introduction to our nation’s past.

    About I Have a Dream

    On August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington, Martin Luther King, Jr., gave one of the most powerful and memorable speeches in our nation’s history. Now read and listen to his words, narrated with the audio recordings from his speech, paired with Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson’s magnificent paintings, in this picture book certain to be treasured by children and adults alike. The themes of equality and freedom for all are not only relevant today, 50 years later, but also provide young readers with an important introduction to our nation’s past.

    This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.

    About I Have a Dream

    Experience history with this picture book of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic speech, including an audio CD. This Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book will inspire young readers!

    From Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s daughter, Dr. Bernice A. King: “My father’s dream continues to live on from generation to generation, and this beautiful and powerful illustrated edition of his world-changing “I Have a Dream” speech brings his inspiring message of freedom, equality, and peace to the youngest among us—those who will one day carry his dream forward for everyone.”

    On August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington, Martin Luther King gave one of the most powerful and memorable speeches in our nation’s history. His words, paired with Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson’s magnificent paintings, make for a picture book certain to be treasured by children and adults alike. The themes of equality and freedom for all are not only relevant today, 50 years later, but also provide young readers with an important introduction to our nation’s past. Included with the book is an audio CD of the speech.

    About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    Martin Luther King, Jr., was born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son and grandson of pastors. He graduated from Morehouse College and Crozer Theological Seminary, becoming at age 25 pastor of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery,… More about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    About Kadir Nelson

    Kadir Nelson is the acclaimed illustrator of Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom and Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad, both Caldecott Honor Books. His other titles include We Are the Ship, a Robert F. Sibert Informational… More about Kadir Nelson

    About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    Martin Luther King, Jr., was born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son and grandson of pastors. He graduated from Morehouse College and Crozer Theological Seminary, becoming at age 25 pastor of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery,… More about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    About Kadir Nelson

    Kadir Nelson is the acclaimed illustrator of Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom and Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad, both Caldecott Honor Books. His other titles include We Are the Ship, a Robert F. Sibert Informational… More about Kadir Nelson

    About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    Martin Luther King, Jr., was born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son and grandson of pastors. He graduated from Morehouse College and Crozer Theological Seminary, becoming at age 25 pastor of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery,… More about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    About Kadir Nelson

    Kadir Nelson is the acclaimed illustrator of Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom and Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad, both Caldecott Honor Books. His other titles include We Are the Ship, a Robert F. Sibert Informational… More about Kadir Nelson

    About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    Martin Luther King, Jr., was born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son and grandson of pastors. He graduated from Morehouse College and Crozer Theological Seminary, becoming at age 25 pastor of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery,… More about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    About Kadir Nelson

    Kadir Nelson is the acclaimed illustrator of Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom and Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad, both Caldecott Honor Books. His other titles include We Are the Ship, a Robert F. Sibert Informational… More about Kadir Nelson

    About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    Martin Luther King, Jr., was born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son and grandson of pastors. He graduated from Morehouse College and Crozer Theological Seminary, becoming at age 25 pastor of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery,… More about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    About Kadir Nelson

    Kadir Nelson is the acclaimed illustrator of Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom and Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad, both Caldecott Honor Books. His other titles include We Are the Ship, a Robert F. Sibert Informational… More about Kadir Nelson

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics | Children’s Picture Books

    Paperback | $9.99
    Published by Dragonfly Books
    Nov 26, 2024 | 40 Pages | 11 x 11 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780593518113

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics | Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $19.99
    Published by Anne Schwartz Books
    Jan 14, 2025 | 40 Pages | 11 x 11 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780593518182

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics

    Ebook | $4.99
    Published by Schwartz & Wade
    Oct 09, 2012 | 40 Pages | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780375987724

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics

    Enhanced Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Schwartz & Wade
    Oct 09, 2012 | 40 Pages | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780449810453

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Wellness & Social Topics | Children’s Picture Books

    Book & CD | $19.99
    Published by Anne Schwartz Books
    Oct 09, 2012 | 4-8 years | ISBN 9780375858871

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    Praise

    Entertainment Weekly, December 5, 2012:
    “This picture book stands a notch above others thanks to Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson’s beautifully rendered and sincerely moving paintings.”

    School Library Journal Best of Children’s Books 2012

    Publishers Weekly Best of Children’s Books 2012

    Kirkus Reviews Best of Children’s Books 2012

    Starred Review, School Library Journal, November 2012:
    “Even after 50 years, this seminal address still has the power to move listeners, and this handsome illustrated version will be welcomed in all collections.”

    Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, September 24, 2012:
    “A glorious interpretation of a bedrock moment in 20th-century history.”

    Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews, May 15, 2012:
    “An award-winning artist captures the passion and purpose of this most notable 20th-century American speech in beautifully realized oil paintings…. A title for remembrance and for re-dedication to the dream.”

    Awards

    Amazon Best of the Year WINNER 2012

    Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book WINNER 2013

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