Book Title: Be a King: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream and You
Author: Carole Boston Weatherford
Published: 2018
Recommended Age Group: Pre-School, Elementary
About Be a King:
“It’s not always easy to stand up for what’s right, but everyone has the power to make the world a better place.”
Pulling from the many influential moments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s fight for equality and justice, Carole Boston Weatherford’s Be a King is a powerful book aimed at promoting Dr. King’s important message to a younger audience. Each page is meant to inspire the reader by telling them “You can be a king.” and elaborates on a signature theme of Dr. King’s journey. Accompanied by James E. Ransome’s beautiful illustrations, Be a King sets out to create a strong connection with new readers and challenges them to continue his humanitarian efforts.
Why We Recommend It
There is no shortage of positive adjectives we could use to describe Carole Weatherford’s Be a King. This work combines fantastic illustrations, an important message and simplified reading format that make it an excellent choice for children ages four through nine. If you’re looking for reading options centered around teaching important lessons, this book is a great choice for introducing younger readers to the history of Dr. King and the importance of diversity. James Ransome’s detailed, eye-catching artwork is a featured element of the book that make this a must-read for pre-school and elementary age children.