Pratt City Library Offers Grab-in-go Kits to Celebrate Malcolm X Birthday

 

Malcolm X

Today, May 19, 2022, would have been late Nation of Islam Leader Malcolm X's 97th birthday. To celebrate, Pratt City Branch Library is giving away Malcolm X Grab-in-go kits from Thursday, May 19, through Thursday, May 26. 

Through these kits, young kids will get to know Malcolm X, the little boy from the Midwest who grew up to become a natural leader. 

He was born on May 19, 1925, in Omaha, Nebraska as Malcolm Little before changing his name to Malcolm X after converting over to Islam.  Malcolm X was assassinated at age 39 while speaking in New York City on February 21, 1965. 

Malcolm X was a smart student and learned many things about life, equality, and justice. Like his father, he traveled the world to speak about his beliefs hoping to make changes in the world.

Help us celebrate Malcolm X’s birthday beginning May 19 by visiting Pratt City Branch, 509 Dugan Avenue, to pick up a Happy 97th Birthday Malcolm X Grab & Go kit. Enjoy these kits filled with facts and fun things to do! 

By Saundra Ross|Branch Manager, Pratt City Library