The Power of Words
Grades 9-12
According to Edward Bulwer-Lytton, “The pen is mightier than the sword!” Embark on a journey through history by exploring the documents that shaped our world. In this discussion-driven, project-based course, we will dive into some of the most influential texts ever written, from the Magna Carta to the Declaration of Independence to Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” and beyond. These documents sparked revolutions, reshaped societies, and transformed the course of history.