Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
6.5
Points
1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
3281
Points per Word
0.000305
Page Count
32
Points per Page
0.03125
Description
Drawing on King's own speeches, letters, and writings, the book traces the life of the civil-rights leader and the pivotal moments that shaped his fight for racial equality, from the Montgomery bus boycott to the March on Washington. It examines how his words inspired a movement, confronted violence and racism, and continue to resonate in ongoing struggles for justice. The narrative is accessible to middle-grade readers, offering a clear overview of historic events and the impact of King's leadership.