I am Martin Luther King Jr. by Brad Meltzer Activities

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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 to find the answers to the comprehension questions. It is beneficial to have a copy of the book. This MLK book companion includes a super fun craftivity called “A World of Joy”.

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

NOTE: This product includes a digital option (as well as the no prep printable option). The digital portion instructions appear at the end of the packet.

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™.

Kirsten Tulsian has 18 years of experience in elementary education. She has been a homeroom teacher for first grade, third grade, and fourth grade, as well as ESL. She has also been a school counselor for grades PK-6, an ESL pullout teacher for K-6, and a Reading Recovery Teacher. She received her Bachelor’s degree in elementary education and psychology from The University of Iowa and a Master’s of Education in school counseling from Sam Houston State University. She believes that students make the most progress when they are engaged in their hearts as well as their minds. Her resources offer relevant, rigorous, engaging content that nurtures the whole child.

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