Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing

Copyright Date: 2016

Edition Date: 2016 Release Date: 07/15/15

Pages: 32 pages

ISBN: 1-482-42906-3

ISBN 13: 978-1-482-42906-0

Dewey: 921

LCCN: 2015002555

Dimensions: 29 cm.

Subject Heading:
King, Martin Luther,. Jr.,. 1929-1968. Juvenile literature.
King, Martin Luther,. Jr.,. 1929-1968.
African Americans.
Civil rights workers.
Civil rights movements. United States. History. 20th century.
African Americans. Civil rights. United States. History. 20th century.

Language: English

Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.

Word Count: 2,483

Reading Level: 6.4

Interest Level: 3-6

Accelerated Reader: reading level: 6.4 / points: 0.5 / quiz: 175903 / grade: Middle Grades

Lexile: NC1080L

When Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, the world mourned. Though just 39, King's work in the civil rights movement had already transformed American and world history. Readers will come to understand the gravity of King's sacrifice as well as discover surprising information, such as an early assassination attempt and an FBI investigation. Historical photographs and interesting sidebars add to the depth of this comprehensive look at one of the greatest heroes of black history.