Martin Luther King, Jr.
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(Author) Maria Isabel Sanchez VegaraFrom the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., the inspiring minister and civil rights activist. Little Martin grew up in a family of preachers: his dad was a preacher, his uncle was a preacher, his grandfather was a preacher…so maybe he’d become a great preacher too. One day, a friend invited him to play at his house. Martin was shocked when his mother wouldn’t let him in because he was black. That day he realized there was something terribly unfair going on. Martin believed that no one should remain silent and accept something if it's wrong. And he promised himself that—when he grew up—he’d fight injustice with the most powerful weapon of all: words. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the inspiring activist’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a Spanish author known for her popular children's book series "Little People, Big Dreams." Each book in the series tells the story of a famous figure from history, focusing on their childhood and the events that shaped their lives. Sanchez Vegara's writing style is simple yet engaging, making complex historical figures accessible to young readers. Her work has had a significant impact on the genre of children's literature, introducing young audiences to important figures such as Frida Kahlo, Rosa Parks, and Amelia Earhart. One of her most famous works is "Maya Angelou," which tells the inspiring story of the acclaimed writer and civil rights activist. Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara's contributions to literature have earned her widespread acclaim and recognition in the literary world.