2nd Grade Martin Luther King Day Resources

Engage your class with a dynamic PowerPoint on Martin Luther King Jr. This age-appropriate resource highlights his life, iconic "I Have a Dream" speech and impact on the Civil Rights Movement. With engaging slides and reflective questions, it inspires critical thinking about justice, equality, and non-violence, helping students connect history to their values and experiences.

This visually appealing resource caters to diverse learning styles, making it easy for all students to grasp the material effectively. Enhance your lesson plans and empower the next generation of changemakers with a Martin Luther King Jr. PowerPoint presentation. This enriching tool not only educates but also inspires students to take action and promote peace and equality in their everyday lives.

This resource includes:

• Slide 1: Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?
• Slide 2: Martin's Childhood
• Slide 3: What Did Martin Want?
• Slide 4: Martin’s Fight Against Racism
• Slide 5: The Power of Non-Violence
• Slide 6: The “I Have a Dream” Speech
• Slide 7: The Civil Rights Movement
• Slide 8: Montgomery Bus Boycott
• Slide 9: What Can We Learn From Martin?
• Slide 10: The Nobel Peace Prize
• Slide 11: Problem-Solving: Lessons from Martin Luther King Jr.
• Slide 12: I Take Action
• Slide 13: We Have Learned About: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Formats:

• Powerpoint
• PDF
• Google Slides
• Keynote
• JPG images

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!

Martin Luther King Jr Color by Number Code Addition Facts Coloring Pages Worksheets - Martin Luther King Jr themed Color by Number Code coloring pages are a fun way to practice addition math facts fluency! You'll have 8 MLK Color by Number Code pages with addition facts practice. Color coded answer keys included. PERFECT for your FAST FINISHERS!

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No Prep print and go Martin Luther King Jr. reading and writing activities packet. Teach 1st-6th grade students all about MLK with this Biography Reading Comprehension book and Writing resources packet. Explore Dr. King's life, the impact he made on the World and The Civil Rights Movement. The writing activities will be perfect for those Hallway Bulletin Boards where Students share on how "We as a whole can change the World Together". Students Learn "What's a Right Choice and What's a Wrong Choice" through the Cut/Paste Activity all while they develop their own perspective on Social Change and learn the great things he did for human rights. Explore/talk about What Kindness is and that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. wanted equality for everyone with the Vocabulary Cards to help expand their vocabulary. This is the perfect** No Prep engaging **resource to have for the months of January and February when you celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month.

Included in this Resource:

21 Pages

1- 6 page Biography Book on the life of MLK

14 Activities:

• 8 Vocabulary Cards
• MLK Buntin Bio Writing
• Dr. King Writing
• I have Dreams Too Writing
• What is Kindness Writing
• Right vs Wrong Choice Cut/Paste
• MLK Jr. Vocab color picture
• 2 I have a Dream Writing (1 Primary Lines, 1 Upper Elementary Lines)
• 2 I have a Dream Buntin Writing (1 Primary Lines, 1 Upper Elementary Lines)
• What does quote mean to you Writing
• 2 We can change the World Together Writing (1 Primary Lines, 1 Upper Elementary Lines)

Use this Resource For:

• Small Groups
• Literacy Centers
• Morning Work
• Homework
• Substitutes
• Early Finishers
• Independent Desk Work
• Black History Month
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Bulletin Boards

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This is a set of 3 Martin Luther King Jr Day Reading Comprehension Passages with Multiple Choice Questions, each designed to enhance students’ understanding of MLK's life, his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech, and his enduring legacy.

The set is suitable for students in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade, but it can also be used by 5th graders.

They include:

• Martin Luther King Jr.'s Childhood: This passage takes students back to the early years of Dr. King, offering insights into the experiences that shaped his life and ideals.
• Martin Luther King Jr.'s ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech: This passage delves into the heart of Dr. King’s most famous speech, providing context and highlighting its significance in the fight for civil rights.
• Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy: This explores the impact of MLK's work, his contributions to the civil rights movement, and how his legacy continues to inspire people worldwide.

Each passage is followed by multiple-choice questions to test comprehension. Answer keys are included for each passage, making it a comprehensive resource for both classroom instruction and independent study.

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Explore the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with this Martin Luther King Jr. Word Search Activity designed for grades 3–6! Perfect for celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month, or classroom discussions on civil rights, this engaging worksheet includes 15 unique word search puzzles featuring 150 meaningful words related to Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, speeches, and contributions to equality. This activity supports vocabulary building, historical understanding, and critical thinking, aligning with Common Core Standards for Language and Social Studies.
Teachers will appreciate the versatility of this product. Buyers receive a ready-to-print PDF file and editable Canva templates, making it easy to customize the puzzles for specific classroom needs. Whether for literacy centers, history lessons, or early finishers, this worksheet is ideal for fostering meaningful conversations in the classroom.
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Make MLK Day meaningful with this I Have a Dream craft / Martin Luther King Jr. craft that integrates reading comprehension and writing! ✂️

This resource includes 3 leveled reading passages (kindergarten, first, and second grade) with the same storyline and matching comprehension questions to support differentiation while keeping learning consistent across all levels.

You will love the 4 craft options, including a simple no-prep print, color, and cut craft, making it easy to engage students with minimal effort. Extend the learning with 3 writing prompts, each offered in both landscape and portrait formats, perfect for various classroom needs.

Why This Resource Will Benefit Your Students:
⭐ The differentiated MLK reading comprehension passages for kindergarten, first, and second grade allow students to learn at their own level while following the same story with consistent comprehension questions, making it easy to support all learners.
⭐ Hands-on crafts promote creativity and reinforce the important message of Dr. King’s legacy.
⭐ The MLK writing prompts help students practice critical thinking and written expression while reflecting on the values of equality and kindness.

Why This Resource Will Make Your Life Easier:
✅ No-prep craft option for quick and stress-free implementation.
✅ Consistency across levels means less prep time and easier differentiation for multi-level classrooms.
✅ Flexible writing prompt formats allow you to choose the best fit for your classroom activities.

Celebrate MLK Day with this all-in-one I Have a Dream craft and Martin Luther King Jr. craft resource, perfect for promoting literacy through meaningful activities. ✨

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Introducing our Martin Luther King Jr. Crack the Code Math Addition and Subtraction Within 20 Worksheets. This NO PREP printable game features 5 addition, 5 subtraction, and 2 mixed equation Math Puzzle worksheets, providing comprehensive practice in fundamental math operations. Students embark on a journey to unveil an inspiring mystery word associated with Martin Luther King Jr. by solving equations. Answer keys are thoughtfully included for effortless assessment, ensuring both educators and parents can track progress seamlessly. The monochromatic design ensures stress-free printing, making it a convenient resource for all.

Product Description:

Variety of Worksheets: This NO PREP printable game encompasses a total of 12 worksheets, offering a balanced blend of addition and subtraction practice. It includes 5 addition worksheets, 5 subtraction worksheets, and 2 mixed equation worksheets.

Fact Fluency Reinforcement: Tailored to enhance fact fluency within the 20 range, these worksheets provide a platform for students to solidify their addition and subtraction skills through engaging challenges.

Crack the Code Challenge: Each worksheet presents students with equations to solve. Upon finding the correct answers, the solutions correspond to letters that, when decoded, reveal an impactful word associated with Martin Luther King Jr. This adds an element of curiosity and excitement to the learning process.

Answer Keys Provided: Fret not about lacking answers; we've included comprehensive answer keys for all worksheets, facilitating easy assessment for educators and parents alike.

No-Prep Convenience: Crafted in a printer-friendly monochromatic format, these worksheets are hassle-free to print. Simply print and distribute—no need for intricate setup or color printing.

Inspiring Theme: Immerse students in the spirit of inspiration with compelling graphics that honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The thematic content adds an engaging touch to the math practice, combining educational benefits with a meaningful theme.

Who Can Benefit:

Teachers: Ideal for in-class math practice or homework assignments, allowing teachers to reinforce classroom learning and celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Parents: A valuable resource for parents invested in supporting their children's math education at home while introducing them to the inspiring story of Martin Luther King Jr.

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You can reproduce the pages for classroom use only. The fonts I used are free for personal use. Duplication of this resource for commercial purposes or for the entire school is strictly forbidden.

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Use this mini booklet to assist you with teaching young students about Martin Luther King Junior Day. This mini-book explains his life in a simplified way kids will understand. It can be challenging to explain to students how things used to be long ago when there was segregation

You will receive a twelve-page mini-book that explains the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr, This product comes in both a color and black and white version.

You can find this booklet embedded in the following product:

Martin Luther King Jr. Activities, Crafts, Timeline, mini booklets, writing prompts

Check out my blog post to find links and view awesome videos with links and activities to go along with these pages.

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This is a 25-page set of worksheets for the book "Martin Luther King Jr." by Rob Lloyd Jones.

For each chapter, there is one worksheet with comprehension questions.

In addition, this set includes a variety of differentiated worksheets and activities:

* vocabulary

* review questions

* review activity

* theme

* metaphors

* compare and contrast

* cause and effect

* w questions

* biography

* critical thinking

* inference

* summary writing

* crossword puzzle

* word search

Also, there is an answer key at the end of the file.

In this product, students will look at the 17 questions that relate with facts about Martin Luther King, Jr's life and how he made changes in America for Black Americans. Students will be provided with the correct answer and an incorrect answer for each of the 17 questions in this product. Students can match the question with the correct answer when completing this file folder activity. An answer key is located at the end of the product. This product would be beneficial for students learning about Martin Luther King, Jr. individually, with a partner or in a group.

Why is Martin Luther King's birthday celebrated as a national holiday, and who was he? Learn how Martin Luther King Jr. transformed American culture forever by watching this incredibly educational Kids Academy film about this remarkable guy. You will learn about his battle against segregation, a legislation in the United States that prohibited individuals with different skin tones from traveling, studying, or dining together. Some individuals felt it was normal to treat Black people badly, despite the fact that slavery had been abolished over a century earlier. In order to combat this inequality, Martin Luther King began using both words and nonviolent means, and he was successful!

This lesson plan is based on the YouTube video about Martin Luther King Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwZxJEUOvS0. There are various activities for your students to do before, while, and after watching the video. The lesson last 90 minutes and it is designed mostly for Elementary school students. The answer key is included at the end.

Increase reading fluency with these Martin Luther King-Themed Fluency Poems for 1st and 2nd Grade! This resource includes color and black-and-white versions to support reading comprehension and oral reading practice. Perfect for winter and MLK literacy centers, guided reading, or homework assignments!

Poems Included

1. A Dream For All
2. Marching
3. Colors Of Us

Additional Features:

• Color and Black-and-White Versions for easy printing.
• Perfect for 1st and 2nd Grade Fluency Practice, Guided Reading, Literacy Centers, or Seasonal Reading Activities.
• Help students improve reading fluency, comprehension, and expression while enjoying social studies content.

MLK Jr. Crowns

These "I Have a Dream" crowns are perfect and a no prep activity to celebrate MLK Jr. Day! Choose black and white or colored crowns. Children can write what their dream is on the back of the crown! Simply print and go...more time to spend on celebrating MLK Jr. and discussing your students' dreams!

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Engage with your students in a powerful and meaningful activity using these MLK Crown/Hat Craft Templates, perfect for kindergarten and early elementary students. This engaging paper craft offers eight unique black and white crown designs that celebrate the themes of equality, peace, freedom and unity, resonating with Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision. Each template is adorned with iconic images and the inspiring words. Utilizing these MLK crowns in your classroom serves as a vibrant and interactive way to introduce students to the history of civil rights, encourage discussions about equality and dreams for the future, and honor the legacy of a great leader. Celebrate MLK Day with a hands on activity that leaves a lasting impression and promotes a message of hope and togetherness.

Ways to use this product:

1. Commemorative Classroom Activity: Use the MLK crowns as part of a classroom activity to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Teachers can discuss MLK's life, his impact on civil rights, and his famous I Have a Dream speech. As students create their crowns, they can engage in conversations about equality, peace and unity.
2. Multicultural and History Lessons: Incorporate the MLK crowns into lessons about multiculturalism and history. Teachers can use this craft to introduce or conclude a unit on civil rights, social justice, or African American history, helping students understand the historical context of MLK’s contributions.
3. Art Integration: The crown craft activity can be a part of an art lesson where students learn about symbolism in art. They can discuss the symbols associated with MLK and the civil rights movement.
4. School Assembly or Parade: Organize a school assembly or a mini-parade where students wear their MLK crowns. They can present what they've learned about MLK, recite parts of his speeches, or even put on a skit or a choral reading about his life and achievements.
5. Character Education and Discussion: Use the crown-making activity as a starting point for discussions on character education topics such as respect, tolerance, and the importance of standing up for what is right. After creating the crowns, students can share their thoughts on how they can embody these values in their daily lives, inspired by MLK's example.

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Embark on a meaningful journey through history with our inspiring teaching resource on TeachShare, dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Engage your students with captivating hands-on activities, such as creating a classroom peace wreath and crafting big words graffiti. Dive into language arts with our comprehensive materials, featuring word sorts, phonics coloring sheets, and syllable sorts that promote both literacy skills and historical understanding. This resource not only enriches academic learning but also underscores the importance of teaching about our history and the transformative impact of individuals like MLK. Empower your students with the knowledge of inspiring changes that have shaped our nation, fostering a sense of unity and justice. Spark thoughtful discussions and instill a sense of civic responsibility with this essential resource that brings history to life in the classroom.

What's Included:

• Coloring page
• KWL chart
• Word search
• Word scramble with answer key
• Making words
• Game of words
• Acrostic poem
• Syllable sort with answer key
• Word sort with answer key
• Big words worksheet
• Big words graffiti graphing worksheet
• Digging deeper (Write 3 details)
• Comprehension passage
• QR codes for Youtube videos on the Montgomery bus boycott
• Write about Martin Luther King Day
• What is peace cut and sort
• I can be peaceful (write three ways you can be a peaceful classmate)
• Color by phonics with answer key
• STEM activity to break open eggs to see similarities and differences
• Classroom peace wreath
• Two versions of a MLK timeline.

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My students LOVE interactive storyboards! This activity would be a perfect way to finish up your study over Martin Luther King, Jr. It includes open-ended questions, vocabulary and a timeline to list five important events in MLK's lifetime. Children are very creative and can use the artwork and their own imaginations to embellish and make it their own. I use file folders as the base but large manila or construction paper can be used as well. I've included pictures to give you an idea of how to arrange it.

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