Martin Luther King Jr

I was eight years old when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. died—too young to understand fully what had happened, but old enough to know that our country had lost a great man. In learning more about Martin’s life to write this biography, I finally understood just how great he was. Martin’s belief in positive change through love and non-violence made a real difference. When people around him were (understandably) reacting to racism with anger and violence, Martin held firm to his belief that only peaceful action could change the world. I hope Martin’s life will inspire you, as it has inspired me, to always “meet hate with love” and believe in your dreams to create a better world.