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Martin Luther King, Jr. and Me: Identifying with a Hero

This lesson explores ways to help students identify with Dr. King—an American hero who lived and died long before they were even born—through reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities that provide a glimpse into Dr. King’s life. Students record what they know about Dr. King on a KWL chart.

CELEBRATING MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

Students will recognize how Blacks were treated during Martin Luther King’s life time.

*Students will demonstrate their understanding of civil rights.

*Students will identify ways that they can treat others more fairly, equally, and with respect.

*Students will recognize that one effective way to voice your opinion is through peaceful speeches and marches.

*Students will identify ways that they can help make Martin Luthers’ dream of peace a reality.

Found in: 4th Grade • 5th Grade • History • January • Language Arts

Being Treated Equally

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

Water Cycle

Identify and explain natural cycles of the Earth’s land, water and atmospheric systems (e.g., rock cycle, water cycle, weather patterns).

Found in: 3rd Grade • 4th Grade • April • Language Arts • Mathematics • Science

Water-Awareness Portfolio

The participation and completion of a global water crisis or water-awareness portfolio will give students
access to knowledge and awareness of current water conditions in developing nations, an increased
awareness of the need for conservation practices and the value of water as a shared global resource.