Revisiting Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life and Legacy

MLK is recent history. And, to me, the history of our parents’ lifetimes is so much more relevant than all the ancient philosophers and medieval kings we learn about. . Reverend King was met many times by us this year, and my kids know him better than many. Mostly famous in death? Perhaps, but still a powerful man well-worth knowing. Here’s your history tour of his life. . 1) I Have a Dream. Read the speech. Think about it’s significance. And check out this Kadir Nelson picture book - and so many more great MLK books to add. . 2) Dr. King’s birthplace and childhood home in Atlanta down the street from his dad’s ... Read more