African-American History

Activities for African Folk Tales

Get the most out of reading African folk tales by using these worksheets. This is a great lesson plan to use during…

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Reading and Literature

Folk Tales

African-American History

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Videos & Activities

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is observed on January 21, 2019. Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King with these…

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African-American History

Civil Rights

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Martin Luther King Jr. Wordsearch

The perfect Black History Month activity! Teach children about Martin Luther King Jr. with this printable word search.…

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African-American History

Civil Rights

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Celebrate African-American Heritage & Culture

Enhance understanding with a teaching guide that offers books about African-American history and culture appropriate for…

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Culture and Diversity

Social Studies and History

Multiculturalism

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LESSON PLANS

African-American Gospel Music

Introduce Gospel music while explaining lyrical meaning and cultural values. This is an excellent music lesson to use…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Music Appreciation

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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Page

This coloring book page features a picture of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Civil Rights leader and American icon, and a…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Equality Struggles

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Civil Rights Movement Playlist

Use this mini-unit to expose students to an overview of the civil rights movement, and familiarize them with Martin…

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Social Studies and History

Language Arts and Writing

African-American History

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Martin Luther King Jr, Civil Rights Leader

Deliver a lesson plan that reviews Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's life, and use a pictorial depiction of his life. This is…

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Reading and Literature

Literary Biographies

African-American History

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In this activity, children study Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s groundbreaking and famous speech, "I Have a Dream," and…

I Have a Dream

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Civil Rights

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"I Have a Dream" Little Book

This Little Book contains activities related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Students…

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African-American History

American History/U.S. History

Social Studies and History

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Photo of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Discover an excellent picture of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that you can use when discussing the article Martin Luther…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

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Timeline of Affirmative Action Milestones

This article chronologically outlines court cases concerning affirmative action in the United States.

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Law

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Death of Martin Luther King Jr.: A Proclamation

This is Lyndon B. Johnson's proclamation after the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Use this reference when studying…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Historic Speeches and Addresses

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Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life

This brief biography of Martin Luther King, Jr. can be used with the Civil Rights Leader lesson plan or on its own to…

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African-American History

Civil Rights

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EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS

Top Martin Luther King, Jr. Activities

Learn all about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with our top 10 favorite resources, printables, and activities. Your…

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African-American History

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Coloring Book of African-Americans Slideshow

Students will enjoy learning about famous black figures from the past while they color. Included in this slideshow of…

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Social Studies and History

American History/U.S. History

African-American History

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Activities Packet for Middle School Students

This activity packet for middle school classrooms will help your students celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and…

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Language Arts and Writing

Civil Rights

African-American History

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DAILY WARM-UPS

Historical Fiction Reading Warm-Up: Martin Luther King, Jr.

In this printable daily warm-up, students read a passage of historical fiction about Martin Luther King, Jr. and answer…

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Language Arts and Writing

Culture and Diversity

Civil Rights

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Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday

Sharpen logic and learn about Martin Luther King, Jr. with this activity. This is a great printable to use around…

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Social Studies and History

African-American History

Logic and Problem Solving

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Teach children about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with these activities. This printable makes a great activity around Dr.…

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African-American History

Civil Rights

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Activities Packet for Elementary Students

This activity packet for elementary classrooms will help your students celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Black…

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Language Arts and Writing

Civil Rights

African-American History

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Daily Journal Topics: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Assign one of 10 journal topics for students on the subject of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This printable provides a…

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Journaling Tips, Strategies & Topics

Letters, Journals and Diaries

Writing

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