Today is the day that our nation celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. As a teacher, it is made even more special because it’s an added day that I can be home with my kids. In school, many children have completed activities to acknowledge MLK. Just because today is a day off from school, it doesn’t mean the learning has to stop. Even though my oldest child is just shy of turning 3, I plan on using this day off as a learning experience. Today is a great opportunity to teach our children about peace and kindness. There are tons of great books to read and activities to be done at home with your children, as well as several local Fairfield County events that spread MLK’s message.
Local Events for Monday, January 18, 2016:
Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Family Day Celebration: Bruce Museum, Greenwich
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport
Martin Luther King Day – Peace, Love and Understanding: Westport Historical Society, Westport
Renewing the Dream – Hope in Today’s Times: West Rocks Middle School, Norwalk
MLK Day of Service – Letters for Troops: Darien Library, Darien
Honor His Dream – Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Wilton Historical Society, Wilton
Books to Read:
The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.
A Picture Book of Martin Luther King Jr.
Happy Birthday Martin Luther King
Martin Luther King Jr.: A Picture
