Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s leadership of the American Civil Rights Movement achieved more genuine progress toward racial equality in America than the previous 350 years had produced. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest leaders in world history.
Our country is celebrating his birthday. Check out these classroom resources, activities, and lesson plans to learn more about him:
- About Dr. King
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Washington DC
- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, Georgia
- Activity: “I Have a Dream” Speech
- Activity: “I Have a Dream” Banner
- Audio Recording: “I Have a Dream” Speech
- Guide: Curriculum for Empowerment (PDF)
- Lesson Plans
- Timeline
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It is great that this day is being recognized almost everywhere now. I went to an all white school and we never honored Martin Luther King Day. More recently, I heard the students now get out of class on that day. Thank you for sharing.
Best,
Megan
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Yes, we have come a long way … have taken a few steps backward, the dream continues
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