(3) K-3 Illustrated by Sally Wern Comport. Colorful mixed-media art illustrates Martin Luther King Jr.'s six guiding beliefs, focusing on peace-filled love over violence. Watkins, King's niece, cites specific examples of victorious actions, including the desegregation of Montgomery, Alabama, buses and his famous "Letter from Birmingham Jail," explaining with "love and respect" the importance of the fight for equality. The foundation of King's philosophy will resonate with all ages.

Reviewer: Henrietta M. Smith

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Eric Velasquez. Watkins, niece of Martin Luther King Jr., provides background on the civil rights movement. Her text incorporates King's own words and explains them in context ("Uncle Martin said, 'Let justice roll down like waters.' He meant that everyone should be treated fairly"). Velasquez's illustrations include close-up portraits and crowd scenes, all conveying the movement's scope. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Henrietta M. Smith

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Eric Velasquez. Watkins's narrative provides a warm and intimate glimpse into the life of "Uncle M.L.," Martin Luther King Jr., as a gentle and fun-loving man spending time with his family. Young readers will delight in the laughter, the teasing, the indulgence allowed during church service, etc. Warm-hued paintings capture the spirit of the man at work and at rest.

Reviewer: Henrietta M. Smith