Lesson Plan: Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech as a work of literature
Lesson Plan
Students will study Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech and discuss the literary influences on King’s speech. Continue reading
March on Washington
Monday News Roundup: Week of August 31
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Discuss what’s been happening in the news this past week. Continue reading
The March on Washington: Five Teacher Resources
Lesson Plan
This is a collection of five resources to examine the March on Washington and the Civil Rights Movement. Continue reading
Lesson plan: Music and speeches at the March on Washington
Lesson Plan
Besides Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., there were several civil rights’ leaders who spoke and organized the March on Washington. Students will examine these individuals as well as the goals of the March as they pertained to jobs and freedom. Continue reading
Lesson Plan: The March on Washington and Its Impact
Lesson Plan
Students will read Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech and explore themes such as the social conditions in the U.S. that led to the Civil Rights Movement. Continue reading