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Category: Multicultural
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the assassination of U.S. civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr., who was shot and killed in Memphis, Tenn. on April 4, 1968. Below are a few titles that celebrate his life and achievements:
Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. [DVD]
Let Freedom Ring: A Ballad of Martin Luther King, Jr.by Myra Cohn Livingston
M.L.K.: Journey of a King by Tonya Bolden
Heroes for Civil Rights by David A. Adler
I Have a Dream by Martin Luther King, Jr.
My Brother Martin: A Sister Remembers Growing up with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Christine King Farris
Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Doreen Rappaport
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Categories: Books, Children, Multicultural
September 15th marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. CCPL owns Spanish-language versions of many favorite children’s books, including Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, Click, Clack, Moo, and Goodnight Moon, as well as children's DVDs and music. Click here to see our collection of Spanish-language materials. We also own a wide selection of bilingual Spanish-language materials. Below are a few books to help start the celebration!
America's Latinos: Their Rich History, Culture, and Traditions by Julie Amparano
Fiesta U.S.A. by George Ancona
Hispanic-American Crafts Kids Can Do! by Fay Robinson
The New York Public Library Amazing Hispanic American History: A Book of Answers for Kids by George Ochoa
F is for Fiesta by Susan Middleton Elya
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Categories: Children, Books, Multicultural
