36 results
Martin Luther King Day resources for Microsoft Word $5-10
I Have a Dream Speech Analysis Discussion Guide
This speech analysis discussion guide highlights the rhetorical devices used by King with margin annotations and correlating color coded lines underlined in the text. I use this key to show the students, "How did the author say it?" (a common core step when doing close and critical reading). Using this activity helps the students understand the speech better and helps them with evaluating what King was saying.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Hidden Figures: A Book Study
Hidden Figures is the "untold true story of four African American women who helped launch our nation into space." This book study uses the young readers' edition, but can be adapted to other versions. It includes questions and vocabulary for each chapter as well as introductory research topics. This book is a great companion for almost any class and topic- it has math, physics, and history. Use it to teach about civil rights and science!I read it with my high school seniors and they loved the b
Grades:
5th - 12th
Types:
I Have a Dream Speech Analysis Student Copy
This is a student copy for Martin Luther King's speech, "I have a Dream". I use this activity to show the students, "How did the author say it?" (a common core step when doing close and critical reading).
Using this activity helps the students understand the speech better and helps them with evaluating what King was saying.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
I Am MLK Jr. (2018) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"I Am MLK Jr." is a documentary that provides a personal and intimate look into the life, legacy, and impact of Martin Luther King Jr. Directed by Derik Murray, the film features interviews with family members, friends, and prominent civil rights leaders who share their insights and reflections on MLK's journey as a leader in the civil rights movement. Through archival footage and personal narratives, the documentary explores MLK's commitment to justice, equality, and nonviolent activism, highli
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Documentaries & Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
King in the Wilderness (2018) Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"King in the Wilderness" is a 2018 documentary directed by Peter Kunhardt that focuses on the final years of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life. The film delves into the tumultuous period between the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and King's assassination in 1968, a time when he faced criticism from both within and outside the civil rights movement. Through interviews with close associates, friends, and historians, the documentary provides an intimate look at King's challenges, personal struggles, and
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Citizen King (2004) Documentary Viewing Guide:Summary/Vocabulary/Questions w/KEY
"Citizen King" is a documentary film that is part of PBS's "American Experience" series, which delves into significant moments and figures in American history. Released in 2004, "Citizen King" focuses primarily on the final years of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, providing an in-depth examination of his activism, leadership, and impact during a period marked by profound societal changes and challenges. The documentary explores MLK's involvement in various civil rights campaigns and initiativ
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Documentaries & Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
The Long Walk Home (1990) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"The Long Walk Home" is a historical drama film released in 1990, directed by Richard Pearce. The movie tells the story of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal event in the American Civil Rights Movement, from the perspective of two women from different races and social classes. The story takes place in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1955. The protagonist of the movie is Odessa Cotter, an African-American maid who works for a white family. One day, after a long day of work, Odessa refuses to ride the
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
Our Friend, Martin (1999) Film Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Our Friend, Martin" is an animated children's educational film released in 1999 that tells the story of two friends, Miles and Randy, who discover a time-traveling baseball in Martin Luther King Jr.'s childhood neighborhood. As they touch the ball, they are transported back in time to various significant moments in MLK's life. Throughout their journey, they meet a younger MLK at different stages of his life, witnessing key events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the March on Washington, and the
Grades:
4th - 12th
Also included in: Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Documentaries & Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Boycott (2001) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"Boycott" is a made-for-TV movie that premiered in 2001. Directed by Clark Johnson, the film centers on the pivotal Montgomery Bus Boycott, a seminal event in the American civil rights movement. The story primarily focuses on the experiences of Rosa Parks, portrayed by Iris Little-Thomas, whose refusal to give up her bus seat to a white passenger sparked the boycott. Jeffrey Wright portrays Martin Luther King Jr., who emerges as a central figure in leading the boycott and galvanizing the communi
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Documentaries & Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
King: A Filmed Record...Montgomery to Memphis (1970) Viewing Guide/Questions
"King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis" is a documentary film released in 1970 that chronicles the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. The film uses a compilation of archival footage, newsreels, and interviews to provide a comprehensive look at MLK's journey from his involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1955 to his assassination in Memphis in 1968. Directed by Sidney Lumet and Joseph L. Mankiewicz, the documentary aims to capture the essence of MLK's leadership, speeches, an
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Documentaries & Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Black History and Science Middle and High School Science
Celebrate Black History with your Middle and High School Students! This bundle will teach your students about the many wonderful contributions of Black Scientists. This bundle contains four resources to help you celebrate Black History Month with your students The first product is building an entire wall of the Black History Periodic Table Chemistry and History Grades The product is also a terrific resource for the Home School EnvironmentMaterialsColored PaperTape Each element has a differen
Grades:
8th - 11th
Black History Interview and Author Project
This project involves students interviewing an African American person in their community that they admire and writing the story of his or her life in a blank book.
This pack includes all the resources necessary to take a fresh and new approach to studying African American history. Students learn to look to their own communities to find people who are living examples of the justice that so many before us fought for. They are stretched to hone new skills: interviewing, note taking, writing, il
Grades:
1st - 4th
Martin Luther King Lesson Plan Collection
This lesson plan collection will add depth and increase student engagement to any lessons covering Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement. The Martin Luther King Lesson Plan Collection includes the following:Martin Luther King Timeline WebquestMartin Luther King and Birmingham 1963 WorksheetDr. Martin Luther King Jr. PowerPointI would like to thank Illumismart for the wonderful clip art!Please check ou
Grades:
6th - 12th
Dr Martin Luther King Jr - Play
A play about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Life. Enough characters for the entire class to participate.
Learning about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr by Sarita Felder is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Marshall (2017) Viewing Worksheet with Key
This viewing worksheet will help your students stay focused while watching the 2017 film "Marshall" starring Chadwick Boseman and Josh Gad. The key is provided with the answers in green. The blank form of the worksheet is for the students. This movie is based a true story about a young lawyer who fights for the NAACP and ends up becoming the first African-American Supreme Court justice. Warning: It is PG13 due to mature thematic content, sexuality, violence, and some strong language. I alway
Grades:
8th - 12th
MLK "Beyond Vietnam" War Protest Speech Analysis (TEKS Driven)
Students are asked to analyze several excerpts from Dr. King’s 1967 speech titled "Beyond Vietnam" regarding the war. Document ties together protests, social issues, and civil rights reform
Grades:
10th - 12th
Types:
Analyzing Figurative Language in "I Have a Dream"
This is a graphic organizer designed to have students select and analyze examples of figurative language in "I Have a Dream." Students will consider what the example means both literally and figuratively and how this conveys MLK's ideas about democracy.
This graphic organizer can be differentiated by adding or omitting examples as needed. Furthermore, a challenge for excel students might be to choose which example is most effective in conveying his ideas about democracy.
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Martin Luther King, Jr. "I have a Dream" Speech Activity
Students will listen to and read along with the the famous speech. They will then analyze the speech in groups with the worksheets provided by the teacher. When starting this activity you can have a short discussion on what was happening in the US at this time.
Students will have a chance to discuss the speech as a class and current events that have taken place in since this speech was given.
This lesson provides students a chance to go grasp a deeper understanding of Point of View and they wi
Grades:
8th - 12th
Types:
MLK Day/Black History Month Bundle.
Kick-off Black History Month on MLK Day, by first examining the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, using simple word problems that illuminate little known facts about his life. Then continue the celebration with an outline for Black History Month Projects designed for Math and Science classrooms. This bundle is a great opportunity to integrate African-American history into every classroom.
Grades:
4th - 12th
Types:
Martin Luther King Project
Have your students work on a project about Martin Luther King and learn new facts and ideas of his life and fight for equal rights. Students will find interesting information by visiting different websites, watching short videos, reading some passages, and taking notes or answering questions.
At the end, they will use all information they have learned to create a finial project and present it to the class. Students will have options to choose what project they want to work on. At the end of thei
Grades:
4th - 8th
Types:
25-Beautiful Black History Bookmarks Vol 1
Beautiful Black History Bookmarks. Series consist of 14 beautiful color scenes along with 11 black and white scenes of African American History. Black and White scenes include:
March of Washington, Brown v Board of Education, Tuskegee Airmen, Rosa Parks, etc. Color are: President Barack Obama, Charles drew, Sean Combs, Colin Powell, Malcolm X, and many others. Total number of bookmarks are 25.
Set margin at .50 (left, right, top, and bottom). Best when used with plain white card stock.
B
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Types:
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY AND BLACK HISTORY MONTH FUN PACK!, CCSS (GREAT PRICE)
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY AND BLACK HISTORY MONTH FUN PACK! (CCSS, 109 PP, PREV) has lots of activities, opens with the Reading section on MLK Day and Black History Month. It's suitable for classes, Literacy Centers and Reading Circles etc; is accompanied by numerous historical photos. The reading is in sections:
FROM OUT OF AFRICA TILL THE 1831 NAT TURNER REBELLION
MLK Day & Black History Word Search #1
12 Questions With Answer Key,
FREDERICK DOUGLASS – BOOKER T. WASHINGTON
Word Search
Grades:
4th - 12th
Martin Luther King Jr.
This lesson has everything you need to address multiple standards and 1 week worth of material! The lesson includes a text summary, analysis, essay questions, multiple choice test, AND ANSWER KEY! all in an editable Microsoft Word Document for your own editing preference. Even if you already have the book and do not need the summary, the resources here alone are worth it! Just print once and make copies at your printer for each section. Enjoy!
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Selected Response & Essay Test: Martin Luther King Jr.
Looking to teach a unit on Martin Luther King Jr. and need a final objective test? This resource is perfect!
A selected response test (multiple choice, true/false and fill-in-the-blank) as well as short essay over Martin Luther King Jr.'s life.
The test includes a list of 20 propositions that will be covered on the test--Perfect for preparing your students! Perfect for preparing your lessons!
The test also comes with a full answer key!
Grades:
9th - 12th
CCSS:
Showing 1-24 of 36 results
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands