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Has Dr. Martin Luther King's Legacy Been Fulfilled?

While Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is arguably the most well-known figure of the civil rights movement, many do not fully comprehend his impact on the lives of Americans. Teaching about Dr. King is essential for students to understand the struggle for civil rights that continued even today. It honors diversity and explores the values of justice. Allowing students to read and listen to Dr. King’s words helps them understand the power of taking informed action.

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Day 1: What Is the American Dream: Resource Bank
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Day 1: MLK’s Mind Map (Organizer)
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Day 1: “I Have A Dream” Speech Annotation Activity
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Day 1: MLK’s Dream (Slide Deck)
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Day 2: Martin’s Big Words Book Cover (Image)
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Day 2: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial (Image)
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Day 2: MLK Keep Moving Quote (Image)
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Day 2: Montgomery Bus Boycott (Slide Deck)
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Day 2: Birmingham Campaign (Slide Deck)
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Day 2: Civil Rights Legislation (Slide Deck)
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Day 2: Keys to the Investigation (Organizer)
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Day 2: Tip the Scales (Assessment Tool)
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Day 3: MLK Doing for Others Quote (Image)
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Day 3: Hexagonal Thinking Template
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Day 3: Making MLK Connections
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Day 3: Dr. King’s Dream: Inquiry Assessment Rubric
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Day 3: Inquiry Reflection Tool
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