
This engaging picture book introduces young readers to Coretta Scott King, a pivotal figure in the Civil Rights Movement and a champion for equality. It beautifully illustrates her journey from supporting her husband, Martin Luther King Jr., to establishing the prestigious Coretta Scott King Award. The book explains how this award recognizes and celebrates the incredible talents of African American writers and illustrators, ensuring their stories and art are seen and valued. It's an excellent resource for discussing history, social justice, and the importance of diverse representation in literature with children aged 3-7.
Profiles Coretta Scott King, whose efforts in carrying on her husband's civil rights work led her to establish the Coretta Scott King Award, which celebrates African-American writers and illustrators.