washington, d.c.)

An inspiring biography introducing children to the civil rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the historic march on Washington in 1963.

"The true story behind the writing of Martin Luther King's 'I Have a Dream' speech"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963, including the causes for the march, how the march was organized and its leaders, the important speeches, and the impact it had on the Civil Rights Movement"--Provided by publisher.

A group of African American men travel by bus from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. to attend the Million Man March, making both friends and enemies along the way.

Examines the March on Washington, and the effect that it had on civil rights.

In graphic novel format, relates the events of August 28, 1963, when protesters gathered in Washington D.C. to draw attention to discrimination against African-Americans and to hear Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. deliver his now famous "I Have a Dream" speech.

"On August 28, 1963, some 250,000 people came together in the name of equality for African Americans. They marched peacefully and proudly from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial in the hope of spreading their message to the nation and the world. It was a momentous, triumphant, and historic day in the United States."--Provided by publisher.

"In 1933, people from all over the country came together calling for equal rights for African Americans. The march on Washington for jobs and freedom was a peaceful protest and the setting for Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I have a dream' speech . . . [This book describes the] inspiring people and incredible acts of courage that led to this historic moment. Plus, American girl Melody shares her own experiences growing up during the civil rights movement and dealing with discrimination"--Back cover.

Looks at the civil rights movement, focusing on the March on Washington, discussing its impact on the nation's history.

Recounts the events leading up to the March on Washington in 1963, led by Martin Luther King, Jr., and other prominent African American leaders in their quest for equal civil rights.