Large photographs of events in the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and scenes from the segregated South draw young readers into this pared-down biography. Two to four sentences per page lay out the facts. . . . This will work for one-on-one reading and classroom use. . . . The brevity of the sentences is ideal for the target audience. . . . excellent suite of photos. . . .

Very basic facts are presented in simply, clearly written volumes appropriate for those just starting out on introductory biographies. Two to four sentences per page face a generally good quality color or black-and-white photo. The large, bold black typeface is surrounded by ample white space, making for comfortable reading; words defined in glossaries are set off in gray type. These information-packed titles will help readers understand why these individuals are important and appreciate their contributions to society. These will successfully fit the bill for those in need of easy-to-read biographies.