Audiobook18 minutes
March On!: The Day The Day That My Brother Martin Changed The World
Written by Christine King Farris
Narrated by Lynn Whitfield
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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About this audiobook
In celebration of the 45th Anniversary of the MARCH ON WASHINGTON, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s sister presents a personal, stirring account of the remarkable day Dr. King delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech and of the man who went on to inspire nation.
Author
Christine King Farris
Christine King Farris is the sister of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the only surviving member of the King family. She is the author of the children's book My Brother Martin and has been on the faculty of Spelman College since 1958. She lives with her husband in Atlanta.
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Reviews for March On!
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This informational picture storybook, written by Martin Luther King, Jr.’s sister, tells the story of MLK, Jr., and the March on Washington from his sister’s perspective. The painted pictures are beautiful and assist the story in its purpose: to describe MLK’s organizing, speech writing, and leading the March on Washington. The author went into details about music that was played before the King’s most famous speech. I would recommend this book to other people; I think knowing more about the impact of MLK is important for everyone.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5It is a great book written by Martin Luther King’s very own sister. This is the recount of events that happened regarding the March on Washington. This would be great when discussing Black History month or discussing Civil Rights. It is easy to understand and the illustrations capture the mood of the book.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Martin Luther King's sister, Christine King Farris wrote this book. The book starts with the people who traveled from big and small cities all over the United States to march and hear Martin Luther King's speech in Washington in 1963. The book gives detailed information of the events that took place and lead too the March. From preparing his speech the night before too standing on the Capitol steps, this book shows that all we need is one person to inspire us and everyone will follow.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This book is very unique because it is written by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's sister. Through MLK's sister, we are able to see a whole different side to the famous story of MLK. We are provided with insight into MLK's personal character, and how he prepared to deliver his "I Have a Dream Speech". It is interesting to read about how MLK felt on the day he changed the world. The illustrations paint us a "behind the scenes" picture.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This story was told by a very credible source Christine King Farris, the sister of Martin Luther King, Jr. She shared his story from childhood to the March on Washington. She gave insight into his personality that only she or very close members of her family could have. It is a fresh perspective of his story. She includes an Author’s Note which gives more details on the March on Washington. The illustrations were very strong. The illustrator used bold colors and the he did a great job of depicting the struggle on the faces of the characters within the story. Teaching ideas include a social studies 3-5 grade class and a unit on Dr. King or civil rights.