Here's how the Obamas gave back on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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Colin Daileda
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President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama and their older daughter, Malia, spent time at a Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington on Monday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The first family helped kids paint and draw, and compiled flashcards and other materials to help the youngsters work on their reading and writing.

Members of the president's cabinet visited different parts of Washington, D.C., and beyond for the holiday, giving speeches, participating in service projects, and more.

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The White House also released a video on Monday of Obama speaking about the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., which you can watch below.

"Extraordinary change begins when ordinary men and women are willing to stand up for the progress they seek," Obama said. "Just as we celebrate the progress [King] helped inspire, we recommit ourselves to our unfinished work -- defending the dignity and equality of all people."

Obama issued a proclamation last week encouraging Americans to honor the holiday by giving back to their communities.

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