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Martin Luther King Jr.

Invite your class to step into the story of an extraordinary leader whose dream of equality changed the world.
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This Martin Luther King Jr KS2 lesson introduces your class to the life and achievements of one of the most important leaders of the American Civil Rights Movement. At a time when Black people in America faced unfair segregation and discrimination, Martin Luther King Jr campaigned peacefully for equal rights, inspiring millions through his speeches, protests and message of equality and justice.

 


Lesson 1: Martin Luther King Jr

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal. - Martin Luther King Jr. Take a look at the civil rights movement in America, and the culmination of national protests at racial segregation: The march on Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.'s inspiring speech. The included slides and printable resources include numerous challenging questions for children, teacher's notes, and a range of other resources to help you and your class closely examine the structure and delivery of 'I Have a Dream' and discuss its meanings. In addition to the information and material needed to study King's landmark speech, there's also a load of extra information about the history of civil rights and about King's legacy; it's all there for you to use, should you choose to!

This downloadable lesson comes with a lesson plan, a PDF slideshow presentation and printable teaching resources.

What's included:

  • Lesson plan
  • Slides
  • Activity ideas
  • Differentiated worksheets
  • Teacher's Notes
  • I have a Dream Partial Transcript

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