Autobiography of Willie D. Killins Sr.

This autobiography includes interviews with Willie's grandchildren and resulted in a series of deep-diving conversations using YouTube video links. Willie shares his story and aligns his journey to the conditions facing his grandchildren in today's world; he offers words of wisdom throughout their conversations. Willie also offers specific biblical quotes at different points within the book as motivational leverage anyone can use. This autobiography also includes a heartfelt interview with Willie's 3-boys about their mother. He shares intimate details of how he met and married Bobbie Ann Killins. David (Willie Jr), Dawan, and Dale all ask individual questions that develop a picture for the readers of how strong the bond was between Willie and Bobbie as they raised a family. This book can be used as an educational resource for all core content areas and social-emotional support. The timeline of Willie's life events, descriptions of racial encounters, and outcomes can be aligned to the "e;social atmosphere"e; of the United States. The information within the chapters can be used as prompts to inspire deep learning.