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Martin Luther King’s niece recalls how the power of her uncle’s words and his strength of conviction changed the United States. Realistic illustrations, straightforward language, and factual back matter create an accessible glimpse of the man and his place in history.
My Uncle Martin’s Words for America
Angela Farris Watkins
Illustrator:
Eric Velasquez Age Level:
6-9 Genre:
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