Martin Luther King Jr Day

Created on January 12, 2026, 12:09 pm

Last Updated April 17, 2026, 4:30 pm

Martin Luther King Jr Day is observed on the third Monday of January each year, honoring the life and work of Dr. King, the chief spokesperson for nonviolent activism in the Civil Rights Movement, protesting racial discrimination in federal and state law and civil society.

1) Martin Luther King

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McNatt, Rosemary Bray

2) Martin Luther King

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Hodgson, Godfrey

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is as relevant today as he was when he led civil rights campaigns in the 1950s and 1960s. Now from one of Britain's most experienced political observers comes a new, accessible biography of the man and his works. This book allows the charisma and power of King's personality to shine through, showing in gripping narrative style exactly how one man helped America to progress toward its truest ideals. Hodgson's extensive research...

3) Martin Luther King

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Harmer, H. J. P

4) Martin Luther King Jr

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Martin Luther King, Jr. used peaceful protests to become one of the world's greatest African-American Civil Rights leaders. Readers will learn all about his interesting and inspiring life in this engaging biographical reader that features informational text, vibrant images and a timeline of King's life.

5) Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

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Murray, Julie, 1969-

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US Landmarks
Symbols of the USA!

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Provides information for young readers about Martin Luther King Jr. and the memorial built in his honor, including what he fought for, how he died, the statue's height, and its location.

6) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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McNamara, Margaret

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Robin Hill School
Ready-to-read. Level one Star reader!

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As they celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the kids in Mrs. Connor's class share their hopes and dreams and imagine how to make the world a better place to honor the important holiday.

7) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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National Holidays

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This title will familiarize readers with Martin Luther King Jr. Day by explaining the "whos, whats, and whys" of it. Complete with a More Facts section and bolded glossary terms. Young readers will gather basic information about Martin Luther King Jr. Day through easy-to-read text alongside compelling and historical photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

8) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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Nelson, Robin, 1971-

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First Step Nonfiction - American Holidays

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An introduction to the work of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the day celebrated in his honor.

9) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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Trueit, Trudi Strain

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Holidays and Celebrations

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The third Monday in January is a time to remember a man who fought for peace and equality. This book discusses Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the origins of the day named in his honor. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic, religious, and traditional holidays--including the roots, traditions, and festivals associated...

10) Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Ferguson, Melissa

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Pebble Explore
Traditions and Celebrations

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"Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life of the civil rights movement leader. Some people observe the day by singing, reading, or watching movies about him. Others volunteer in their community or make peace-inspired crafts. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"-- Provided by publisher.

11) Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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American holidays

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Simple text and photographs explore Martin Luther King Jr. Day, including why and how the holiday is celebrated.

12) Martin Luther King Jr: a peaceful leader

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I Can Read Level 2
I can read book
I Can Read!

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Profiles the civil rights leader, discussing his career as a pastor, his fight for African American rights, and his legacy.

13) Martin Luther King, Jr

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Jazynka, Kitson

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National Geographic Kids Readers Level 3
National Geographic readers. Level 3

Description

Introduces the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

14) Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial: a stone of hope

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Mattern, Joanne, 1963-

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Let's celebrate America

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"History recognizes the leadership and voice Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought to the civil rights movement in 1960s America. A 30-foot tall statue of Dr. King gazes into the future full of hope for all humanity. His words of peace are carved in the walls of the monument as a reminder to all Americans of the power of peaceful protest. Learn all about the first national memorial to an African American."-- Provided by publisher.

15) Martin Luther King, Jr

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An easy-to-read biography about Martin Luther King, Jr. and how his efforts to stop racism affected society.

16) Martin Luther King Jr

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Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel (María Isabel)

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Little people, big dreams
Little people big dreams

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" 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...

17) Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

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Taylor-Butler, Christine

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"Learn all about the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, from how it was created to what it is like to visit today."--Provided by publisher.

18) Martin Luther King, Jr: a King family tribute

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Watkins, Angela Farris

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Martin Luther King Jr.'s family comes together for the first time to share their reflections and memories of the great civil rights leader. Included are contributions from his sister (the only surviving member of his immediate family), his children, his in-laws, his nieces and nephews, and even his grandchildren, who, although they never met him, explain what his legacy means to them. Unlike the iconic persona normally associated with the man, the...

19) Martin Luther King Jr. and the morality of legal practice: lessons in love and justice

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Vischer, Robert K

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Explores how Martin Luther King, Jr built his advocacy on moral claims of love, justice and human nature.

20) Martin Luther King, Jr

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Frady, Marshall

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Deftly interweaving the story of King's quest with a history of the African American struggle for equality, Frady offers fascinating insights into his subject's magnetic character, with its mixture of piety and ambition. He explores the complexities of King's relationships with other civil rights leaders, the Kennedy and Johnson administrations, and the FBI's J. Edgar Hoover, who conducted a relentless vendetta against him. --from publisher description...