A popular narrative when celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. is to highlight his “I Have a Dream” speech and focus on how he didn’t want us to see color. The resources here, developed by the HSU TK-12 Equity Partnership, will help students critically examine how this narrative and the “colorblind” approach actually perpetuate racism.
Understanding Colorblind Racism and Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. – Lesson Resources
Equity Resources, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Lesson Plans, Local Spotlight, Race/Racism