In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we’re excited to announce the re-release of a newly updated and refreshed version of a book that examines in detail Dr. King’s powerful “I Have a Dream” speech.

The speech is a masterpiece, and Free at Last: The Language of Dr. King’s Dream by Michael Clay Thompson explores its construction in depth. Free at Last—both the student book and the accompanying instructor manual—provides a deep dive into the vocabulary, grammar, and poetry of what is generally considered the most important modern statement of America’s commitment to the equality of its citizens.

📚 Book Overview

Grade Level: Upper middle/high school
Cost: $15 each for the student book and instructor manual
Categories: Language arts, history, nonfiction

💡 Key Insights

• Discover the construction of Dr. King’s masterpiece speech, with an emphasis on the power of emotion through repeated ideas and carefully chosen vocabulary.
• Uncover the poetics of meter, alliteration, and assonance that enhance the speech’s impact.
• Gain insights into the historical context of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963.

📘 Instructor Manual

• Includes the full text of the student book
• Contains special boxes with important points and instructor tips
• Features an implementation section, with student activities, study questions, and helpful suggestions based on Bloom’s Taxonomy

🌟 About the Author,
Michael Clay Thompson

• Michael is the author of our world-renowned MCT language art curriculum and has more than thirty years of teaching experience to draw from.
• He is a thought leader in the language arts space, and his books and courses are beloved by millions.

Pre-order today! Books will be shipped Friday, January 19th.

Free at Last is a part of the MCT Self-Evident Truth Series, the entire trilogy of which has been freshly updated. We hope that this re-release sparks meaningful discussions and reflections in your child’s educational journey!