Martins Big Words-More Stories African-American Tradition
The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Rich in culture and history, the pride of the African-American tradition comes alive in these award-winning stories.
Martins' Big Words
By Doreen Rappaport, Narrated by Michael Clarke Duncan
Using quotes from some of his beloved speeches, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. comes to life in this profound and important biography about beliefs and dreams and following one's heart.
John Henry
By Julius Lester, Narrated by Samuel L. Jackson
Based on the famous African-American folk ballad, this story tells of the legendary contest between a spirited man with a hammer and a steam drill to build a tunnel through the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia.
Seven Candles for Kwanzaa
By Andrea Davis Pinkney, Narrated by Alfre Woodard
This unique African-American holiday commemorates the strength of family ties, respect for ancestors, commitment to the growth of community, and gratitude for life's bounties.