Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929, but as a nation we celebrate his birth on the third Monday of January. The Baptist minister and civil rights leader was assassinated on April 4, 1968, and almost immediately there was a call to honor his life by designating his birthday as a federal holiday. Sadly, it wasn't until 1983 that legislation was signed designating Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a national holiday. This is part of the legacy and history of Dr. King that many of our children will grow up not knowing if we don't make an effort to share it with them. Fortunately, there are great children's books available to teach out kids about Martin Luther King Jr.
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We've put together a list of books that chronicle the life and achievements of the civil rights champion that are appropriate for children of all ages. Honoring this man's history by teaching it to our children is important. We cannot assume that these lessons will be taught to them by others. It's up to us as parents to make sure that what MLK fought for is understood by our children. Here are some great books that will help you do just that.
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