Did you know that the US Congress passed the “King Holiday and Service Act” in 1994? The federal holiday for Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday was signed and observed in the 1980s. Later, the Corporation for National and Community Service led the effort to designate the day as a national day of service, a “day …
Ever since the kids were small, they’ve heard us discuss Martin Luther King, Jr. We celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day because it is very special to us. We believe in equality, and this historic activist’s message was always about inclusion and unity so it’s important for us to celebrate him. It’s also special because my …
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When I hear the name Martin Luther King, Jr. it invokes in me thoughts of peace, acceptance, equality, tolerance, love, and freedom. These are sentiments that every child should be reminded of when they hear the name of this great Civil Rights leader. As parents, and educators it is our responsibility to convey these beautiful …