Martin Luther King Jr. & the Civil Rights- Unit Study

The Martin Luther King Jr. & The Civil Rights Unit Study is a comprehensive 115-page resource designed to teach kids about Dr. King’s life, the civil rights movement, and the values of fairness, courage, and equality. Perfect for grades K-5, this unit study is adaptable for homeschool families, classrooms, or co-ops, making it easy to engage learners of all levels with meaningful, hands-on activities.

What’s Inside?

This unit study covers multiple subjects to ensure a well-rounded learning experience:

• Social Studies: Learn about Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights movement, and other key historical figures and events.
• Writing: Includes handwriting practice, reflective writing prompts, and opportunities for creative writing, like drafting their own "I Have a Dream" speech.
• Reading & Comprehension: Close reading passages and questions help kids engage deeply with the material, while leveled readers support early literacy.
• English Language Arts (ELA): Build vocabulary and grammar skills with word games, fill-in-the-blank activities, and sentence writing exercises.
• Art & Creativity: Enjoy coloring pages, flipbook projects, and activities that encourage drawing and creative expression.
• Science Connection: Discuss social sciences and human behavior through activities like the diversity egg experiment.

What Makes This Unit Study Unique?

• Age-Appropriate Resources for K-5: Activities range from simple tracing and coloring for kindergarteners to independent projects and writing assignments for 5th graders.
• Cross-Curricular Learning: Integrates history, reading, writing, and art into a cohesive unit, saving you time and effort.
• Hands-On and Interactive: Includes timelines, sorting games, flipbooks, and other activities that make learning engaging and fun.
• Open-and-Go Format: Clear lesson plans and activity ideas make it easy to start teaching right away, with no extra prep required.

Sample Pages Available

Want to try it before committing? You can download a free sample from my blog post, featuring activities like:

• A fair/unfair sorting game.
• A timeline cut-and-paste activity.
• Tracing pages for early learners.
• A simplified leveled reader about Martin Luther King Jr.

⬇️ Download a sample of Martin Luther King Jr. for kindergarten:

https://monkeyandmom.com/martin-luther-king-jr-worksheets/

This unit is perfect for celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day, incorporating Black History Month into your curriculum, or teaching social studies year-round. It’s designed to inspire meaningful conversations, encourage creativity, and teach kids how to stand up for what’s right—just like Dr. King did.

‼️ Digital Download Notice:

Please note that this product is a digital download, and as such, all sales are final. No refunds will be issued. If you encounter any issues with your file, please contact me at hello@monkeyandmom.com, and I will be happy to assist you.