Eric Velasquez

Books by This Illustrator

My Uncle Martin's Words for America

Martin Luther King Jr. giving a speech
Illustrated by: Eric Velasquez
Age Level: 6-9

Martin Luther King's niece recalls how the power of her uncle's words and his strength of conviction changed the United States. Realistic illustrations, straightforward language, and factual back matter create an accessible glimpse of the man and his place in history.

Ol' Clip-Clop: A Ghost Story

Illustrated by: Eric Velasquez
Age Level: 6-9
In 1741, mean-hearted John Leep set out to evict a tenant on Friday, October 13th on a cold and very dark evening. As Leep clip-clops to the widow's house on his horse, hoof beats are matched by an unseen rider to and from the house. Dark, dramatic illustrations enhance the truly spooky story with an unexpected ending sure to make readers or listeners jump.