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Learning to Respect Each Other

Students will understand the following:
-Dr. Martin Luther King was a strong advocate of nonviolent protest and fought for civil rights for all Americans with an eloquence that can be found in speeches such as his famous “I Have a Dream” speech.
-Throughout U.S. history, certain groups of people have been discriminated against for characteristics as superficial as the color of their skin. That racism still exists despite the passage of laws that make it illegal.
-Stereotypes can lead people to make unfair judgments about individuals and groups.
-Segregation is hurtful and unfair to those discriminated against.

Found in: 6th Grade • History • Holidays • January • Language Arts

Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Fact or Opinion Activity

Read a Brief Biography of MLK and Learn the Differences Between Fact and Opinion.

Being Treated Equally

Let children experience prejudice first hand, in reference to Martin Luther King Day.

Found in: Holidays • January • Kindergarten • Language Arts

Critical Thinking

The following is designed as an independent lesson to foster critical thinking over Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech.

Dr. King’s Dream

Walk with Martin Luther King, Jr. on his historic March on Washington, hear his inspirational “I Have a Dream” speech, and envision your own dreams of freedom for all Americans.