WAYS TO CELEBRATE DR. MLK JR. DAY WITH YOUR KIDS

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is three days away. In today’s world, it is essential for children to learn about the importance of the civil rights movement and the individuals who fought for equality. On January 20th, the nation will commemorate the life, work, and lasting influence of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. To help your children gain a deeper understanding of Dr. King’s legacy of equality and peace, here are a few family activities that you can do together. Activities for the young kids in the family Create an I Have a Dream Wall or Mobile First, review or watch Dr. King’s famous speech with your young ones. Talk about he speech on their level, and then get out the art supplies and have them create their own dream wall. You can use the prompts: “My dream for myself, my school, my community and my world.” In the end, you will all get a glimpse at what your little one is dreaming for the future. Volunteer as a family MLK Day is not just a federal holiday, it is also designated as a National Day of Service. Find somewhere to volunteer together as a family and give back...