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Children will put into practice Dr. King’s philosophy: “The time is always right to do what is right.”

Vocabulary: fairly, kindly, peacefully

Social Studies Focus: history, American heroes

SEL Focus: kindness

Simple, spectacular ideas to boost your lessons.

• Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most powerful speakers in American history. This book brings his words to life for children.

• Dr. King believed in solving problems peacefully. What do children think peaceful means? Explain that it means calm and quiet.
• Invite children to apply the word in different contexts, for instance, when was the last time they felt peaceful? What are some peaceful places they enjoy?

• Use pages 2-3 of the issue to do this scavenger hunt as a group.

1. Find the question mark in each box. Circle it.

2. Find the picture of Dr. King. Put a ✓ on it.

3. Find the heading in each box. Underline it.

4. Look at the photos. Which kids are being kind? How?

Skills: writing and drawing

Materials: I Have a Dream skill sheet, pencils, crayons

• Watch the clip in the digital issue of the “I Have a Dream” speech. Discuss the meaning of the word dream in this context. (It’s a hope, not what you have when you’re asleep.)
• Talk about Dr. King’s dream for the world: that everyone would be treated fairly. Then discuss dreams children might have for the world, for instance, that every child would have toys or that everyone would get along.
• Pass out the skill sheets. Have kids write or dictate their dream and draw a picture.
• Display the finished skill sheets on a bulletin board with the heading “We Have a Dream.” Remind children that Dr. King helped the world, and so can they!