Product Description
I am Martin Luther King, Jr. Activities:
These literature unit activities for I am Martin Luther King Jr. by Brad Meltzer now have a digital distance learning option in Google Slides™. Please refer to the final 7 pages of the file for the link and instructions.
I am Martin Luther King, Jr. by Brad Meltzer – This literature companion for I am Martin Luther King, Jr., has been created for 2nd-4th grade students.
This unit can be used without the book I am Martin Luther King, Jr., but students may have to dig a little bit to find the answers to the comprehension questions. It is definitely beneficial to have a copy of the book. This MLK book companion includes a super fun craftivity called “A World of Joy”. Please see the thumbnails and preview to find out what it entails!
In this literature unit, you will find the following:
Teacher Tips – 1 page
Martin Luther King, Jr. Biographical Sketch – 1 page
Comprehension Questions for I am Martin Luther King, Jr. – 1 page
All About Martin Luther King, Jr. – 1 page
MLK Discussion Question Task Cards & answer sheet – 3 pages
MLK Writing Prompt – 1 page
A World of Joy Craft Activity – Craftivity – 4 pages
Newspaper Template – 2 pages
Cause and Effect – 1 page
Vocabulary – 1 page
Growth Mindset – 1 page
Timeline Sequencing – 1 page
I Have a Dream Quotables and Reflections – 2 pages
MLK Writing Prompt – 1 page
PEACE Writing Activity – 1 page
Writing a Friendly Letter – 2 pages
Answer keys where appropriate – 5 pages
Terms of Use – 1 page
Technology Requirements:
- A Google Drive account
- If sharing with students, a Drive account that is linked to student Google accounts
- Can be shared/delivered on Google Classroom
- Only need access to Google Drive–no outside links to worry about!
This file can be used with iPads, chrome books, laptops, and desktops as long as your students have access to Google Drive or Classroom on a device. The digital portion of this product is on Google Slides.
This file contains 37 pages + Google Slides™.
IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT THE TERMS OF USE FOR THIS PRODUCT:
- Purchasing this product gives the purchaser ONE LICENSE to this product. This allows the purchaser the right to reproduce this product for HIS/HER class ONLY. Duplication for an entire team, school, or school district is strictly forbidden. If other teachers would like copies of this product, please direct them to my store.
- You may not reproduce, redistribute, or post this item on a blog or website for download (free or paid). Copying any part of this product (even for a classroom website) is also in violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
- You may not modify, copy, or alter this product in any way.
- Please feel free to spread the word about this product via social media or blog post. A link to the product (or my store) is much appreciated.
PAOLA JORGE –
Will go great with my Informational Unit! Thank you!!!
Margaret McIllwain –
Perfect
Nikki Anderson –
Great product!
Erin O –
Love this! Used it during guided reading and to teach writing biographies!
Shannon S –
My kiddos LOVED digging deeper into the “I Have a Dream” speech and really learning about what his speech meant! Thank you for a fabulous product!
Daisy T –
Thank you! Wonderful resource.
Penguins in Special Ed –
Thank you!
Sharon E –
excellent resource thanks
Angela F –
Thanks
Nicole Hickman –
Great resource, thank you so much!
Deborah C –
Great resource
Stacie O –
Great book study.
Shamera W –
GREAT
Tori Martin –
I love the stem projects and growth mindset activities that are included!
The Male 3rd Grade Teacher –
Thanks!
LeAnne M –
thank you so much. I would like to have seen more of Main Idea and Key details but it was wonderful for my students
Kaya B –
My students love the I am series and this resource went along with the book perfectly. It was easy to use and my students enjoyed getting to know about MLK Jr.
Erin T –
Thanks for such a great companion to this series! My students have been able to go much deeper into the text thanks to your resources!
Heather M –
These are great!!!
Alisha W –
This was a great resource to use alongside the I am Martin Luther King, Jr. book by Brad Meltzer. The kids were engaged and enjoyed the lesson. Thank you!
Charlotte N –
I had this book and was using it to teach state standards. This easy to use resource was extremely helpful for me. I recommend it.
Nicole T –
A wonderful companion to the book. Thank you!
Leslie B –
Great resources for different grade levels.
Amanda M –
Great resource!
Maria V –
Great resource for students!
Kellye H –
This was a great resource for my virtual fourth graders to learn more about MLK Jr.! I liked how there was a passage that students could reference, since they only had access to the whole book when I read it aloud.
BRITTANY B –
My students loved these activities. They already love listening to Brad read his stories on youtube so this was a great addition to something they already enjoy.
Estie V –
Awesome resource!
Frank A –
My students loved the activities included in this package. Thank you!
Jessica F –
My students loved reading this book during guided reading and I loved that the resource enhanced our reading experience by incorporating vocabulary, discussion questions, writing opportunities, and comprehension questions.
Jessica B –
Fun and engaging!
Autumn G –
Wonderful product!
Kim’s Creative Lessons –
Thank you
Ellie P –
Perfect.
Morgan K –
This is great resource. I used it during Black History Month when we were studying influential people.
Kara R –
Great resource to use with lower elementary students. Student engagement was high, great graphics and wording.
Kristen P –
Loved this resource!
Catherine –
Looking forward to this.