MLK and the Jewish Community: Shared Dreams

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Lesson
Text Study

Martin Luther King Jr was a great civil rights leader. We celebrate his January birthday because he changed the world. We know him as a historical figure, but what does his struggle have to do with Jews today?

This step-by-step lesson plan describes Martin Luther King Jr.’s contribution to society, and explores how his dreams for social justice are shared by the Jewish tradition. This lesson Includes text study, discussion questions, and thought-scenarios for students to consider what decisions they would make in difficult situations.  It provides students with an immersive MLK Day Jewish experience.

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Topic
  • Secular Holidays
  • Jewish Text and Thought
  • Jewish Tradition
  • People
Grades
  • 3 - 5
  • 6 - 7
  • 8 - 12
Setting
  • After School and Beyond
  • Congregational Learning
  • Day Schools and Yeshivas
  • Teen Engagement
  • Family Engagement

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MLK Memorial in Washington DC
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A collection of resources to explore the relationship between MLK, the Jewish community, and social responsibility.

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Kol Ami - Mesorah

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