Sympathy by Mitch Capel

This story is originally from Virginia Hamilton, one of the first publishers of black folklore, known for presenting slave-era tales in their colloquial English. Learn more about Charlotte Blake-Alston by visiting: www.charlotteblakealston.com

From her album “Young People who Made a Difference” this story is about 12 students who risk their lives to desegregate their high school. Learn more about Kate Dudding by visiting: www.katedudding.com

Dr. King’s bio in metered rhyme.

Lani's personal story involving the time she met Maya Angelou. Learn more about Lani Peterson by visiting: lanipeterson.com

Mitch Capel reciting Paul Laurence Dunbar’s “The Seedling” in front of a live audience at the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, TN.