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Martin Luther King Jr. Lesson Plans and Resources: Understanding a Life and Legacy

Martin Luther King Jr Activities and Lessons for a New Generation “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that…  learn more

National Today: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Each year on the third Monday of January we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day and reflect on the work that still needs to be done for racial…  learn more

iCivics: The Road to Civil Rights

Explore with students the methods Dr. King and other leaders used to advance civil rights. Students will learn about opposition to the movement, and identify how it took…  learn more

How the Martin Luther King Jr. birthday became a holiday

The fight to make the Martin Luther King Jr. birthday a holiday took 32 years, a lot of campaigning, and guest appearances including Stevie Wonder, Ted Kennedy, and…  learn more

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. (MLK)

American pastor and civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. was only 39 when he died. In his short but remarkable life, he did more to advance racial equality…  learn more

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Martin Luther King Jr. Facts Events and Places Scavenger Hunt

This scavenger hunt activity for elementary and middle school students is perfect for helping your students learn interesting facts about the life of Martin Luther King Jr.. This activity…  learn more

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Martin Luther King Jr. | Civil Rights Leader Video

Each year, the United States sets aside the third Monday in January to remember the life and work of legendary civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.…  learn more

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Choice Board for Middle School

These Martin Luther King Day student choice activities for middle school students are perfect for celebrating and learning about Dr. King's life, message, and vision in your classroom! They are…  learn more

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The Story of Martin Luther King Jr. by Kid President

Once upon a time, there was a man named Martin Luther King, Jr. He taught us that things won't always be awesome, but your response can be. Kid…  learn more

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EDSITEment: Dr. King's Dream

In this lesson, students will learn about the life and work of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. Students will listen to a brief biography, view photographs…  learn more

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Martin Luther King Jr. and the Power of Words

A Lesson Plan for Grades 7–12.  In this lesson, students have the opportunity to discuss how words have the power to bring about political, social, or economic change…  learn more

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Martin Luther King Jr. Online

MLK Speeches, Pictures, Quotes, Biography, Videos & More for Teachers, Students and Fans. Lesson Plans.  learn more

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Observing Martin Luther King Day

On the third Monday of January each year (in 2023, that’s 16 January), Martin Luther King Day is observed and celebrated through service in the US. Learn more…  learn more

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Books for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Reading Rockets  Reading Rockets is a national public media literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggles, and how…  learn more

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On the Life and Legacy of MLK Jr.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a tireless advocate for racial equality, working classes, and the oppressed around the world. Tap these resources throughout the year to help…  learn more

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Lesson Plans and Activities

The Martin Luther King, Jr. seasonal pages will provide you with great lessons and resources to commemorate this important man. Ideas within the MLK, Jr. pages include a…  learn more

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KidsKonnect: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Facts & Worksheets

At KidsKonnect, our passion is to provide high quality, affordable teaching worksheets to teachers, parents and home-schoolers - wherever you are in the world.  Martin Luther King, Jr.…  learn more

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Best Free Martin Luther King Jr. Lessons and Activities

These free lessons and activities provide a wide range of approaches to teaching about King. Martin Luther King Jr. Day commemorates the birth of one of the greatest…  learn more

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MLK Day

Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in your classroom with  a collection of MLK Day 2023 teaching resources that celebrates Dr. King through writing activities,…  learn more

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Teacher Resources

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a national and federal holiday, celebrates the birthday of noted American civil rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Dr. Martin Luther King,…  learn more

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Martin Luther King, Jr., Day

Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, in the United States, holiday (third Monday in January) honouring the achievements of Martin Luther King, Jr. A Baptist minister who advocated the use of nonviolent means to…  learn more