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Celebrate Martin Luther King Day
January 21 marks the observation of Martin Luther King Day. The following websites offer educational MLK activities for children to learn about this prominent American.
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Martin Luther King and Race
Martin Luther King sought justice and total racial equality for everyone. So, 40 years after his death, would he be satisfied with America's progress, or disappointed?
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
If you have young children, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day might seem like a difficult holiday to celebrate. Teach children the significance of the holiday with these ideas.
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a missionary with his primary goal being equality for all. Teach your kids about this remarkable man with these lesson plan ideas.
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Dr Martin Luther King Jnr
40 years ago civil rights leader, Dr Martin Luther King Jnr was assassinated by James Earl Ray at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee.
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D.C. Festively Kicks Off National Poetry Month
As National Poetry Month kicks off in April, Washington D.C. will feature a block party dedicated to the spoken and written word. On Saturday, April 3, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library will block off the street outside for “Taking Poetry to the Street,” an all-day street festival featuring local poets, musicians and spoken word artists.
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Let's Celebrate January
Check out all of these fun January ideas. Then use them to get busy crafting!
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Martin Luther King's Letter From Birmingham Jail
In his letter, Martin Luther King challenged a public statement written by 8 white clergymen who claimed that the de-segregation movement in Alabama was moving too fast.
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The Making of A Counter-Culture, Part II: Civil Rights
A look at another of the Revolution's causes, the Civil Rights movement. A basic timeline of important events with explanation, from Rosa Parks to Selma, Alabama.
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Bayard Rustin and Gay Rights
Bayard Rustin was one of Martin Luther King's top advisors, but his existence is unknown to the greater US community because of his sexual orientation.
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Honoring America's Holidays
Holiday celebrations usually consist of days off work, family get-togethers, parties, and shopping sprees. Should Americans honor the holidays differently? If so, how?
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Josephine Baker's French Castle
The American singer, dancer and actress, Josephine Baker, led an extraordinary life. For a time, she settled at Les Milandes, a chateau in the French countryside.
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Legacy, Last Will & Testament
The seventh and final stage of a personal growth plan is legacy, that which is left behind.
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Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
Gandhi doggedly fought for India's independence by opposing British law with a philosophy of non-violent non-cooperation.
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Support South Africa
South Africans have been brutally ripped apart by the forces of British Government for nearly fifty years. Read "A Recovering People Need Love" to find out how to help.
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The Coretta Scott King Award: An In-depth Look
History of the Coretta Scott King Award for children's authors and illustrators, accompanied by discussion of the work of some of the winners and honorees of this award and their bodies of work.
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A Celebration for Freedom
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was born on Jan. 15, 1929. This site is a great place to go for succinct information about this great man. To give you an idea of how helpful this site could be in your MLK studies which involve freedom songs and civil rights music, here are some excerpts from one of the pages at this site
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Southern Hot Slaw Recipe
This Southern Hot Slaw Recipe Makes a Perfect Side Dish to Serve Along With Other Delicious Soul Food on Human Rights Day, the third Monday in January.
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School Holidays
Memorial Day is a day for celebration, but for parents who have to work, it is inconvenient to find childcare. Several other holidays are even more disputed.
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Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Six
The sixth part in our look at the greatest champions of the United States and its principles in all of American history.
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Courageous Hearts: A Valentine's Day and Black History Message
Introduction about myself and advise on getting thru Valentine's Day with inspiring examples of strong single moms in light of Black History Month.
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Jackie Robinson's Enduring Legacy
Jackie Robinson's life after baseball was marked by great efforts and great honors. He and Babe Ruth are the most important ballplayers of all time.
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Profile of Karen Robinson
For the first time in 54 years, Ontario's Stratford Shakespearean Festival makes history with an African-Canadian play, an all-black cast and a black director.
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Skin Color? It's simply packaging!
This is such a spectacular time to be discovering and uncovering the vast ethnicity on the Internet, especially in regard to the African influence in music.
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Become An Activist
Here are steps to become an activist for social causes. Activism is a movement addressing an issue, perhaps by petitions, rallies and lifestyle changes. Make a difference
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A Certain Kind of Fire
How enslaved Africans helped awaken the conscience of America. BY GEORGE W. BUSH, Monday, July 14, 2003 12:01 a.m. (Editor's note: President Bush delivered this speech last Tuesday on Goree Island, Senegal, site of a Dutch-built slave station through which as many as two million enslaved Africans passed.)
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Random Thoughts II – Growing Time!
A collection of quotes to inspire and grow your resolve, patience and perseverance.
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Rebel Flag Part III – A Time for Healing
Part 3 of a three part series. A time for healing.
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Boston Commons
The Boston Common has been open for public usage since 1634. Explore the rich history and lush gardens nestled right in the heart of Boston.
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I Would Like to Spend a Day with Gandhi
Seven year old Max Wallack was the winner of the April 2004, History for Children Writing Contest. Max's essay was on Gandhi. He did a great job. Congratulations Max!!!
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This Far by Faith: An African American Resource for Worship
The new hymnal produced by Augsburg Fortress, <I>This Far by Faith</I>. This incorporates many styles and songs from the African-American community.
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February is Black History Month
African American writers are some of the most renowned for their poignant voice and evocative imagery. This contribution to the world of literacy is one that is easy to focus on within the classroom. This article is dedicated to the African American voice, and how we can share that with our students.
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Author Snapshot: Thoreau, HD
A brief snapshot biography of the life and works of American Author Henry David Thoreau.
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Bobby and J. Edgar by Burton Hersh
Burton Hersh's book "Bobby and J. Edgar" leads the reader expertly through the tangles and intrigues of the Kennedy years.
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Energizing Words
Everyone needs an occasional reminder about why we volunteer and serve. Here are some inspiring quotes and suggestions on how to use them.
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Enjoying Historic Atlanta
The southern city of Atlanta has seen some truly historic moments during its history and these well-known landmarks blend education and enjoyment for visitors.
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Guess Who's Coming To Dinner 1967
The screen best bombshell duo, Tracy and Hepburn where together up until two weeks before he died.,The screen best bombshell duo, Tracy and Hepburn where together up until two weeks before he died.
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In the Wake of BAM
Similar to social and political change American African Literature and Poetry has ridden on the waves of movements. The most recent movement of significance in Black America was the Black Arts Movement...
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The Battle Hymn of the Republic
The history of The Battle Hymn of the Republic is not as colorful as our National Anthem's, but this civil war song has evolved to become our defacto national hymn.
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The Meaning of Leadership
Leadership is cluttered with too many meanings and we need to cut through the fog to really understand it.
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What Is Charismatic Leadership?
Charisma is the triumph of style over substance while, for thought leadership, content is king. Leadership is moving away from the power of personality to content.
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2002 Children's Literature Award Winners Part II
2002 children's literature award winners including Sibert Award and Bel Pura Belpre Award for Latino writers. Ideas on how to use these books as examples to learn from for writing for children.
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