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(Read What My Students Don’t Understand About Martin Luther King Jr.) Explore his words and actions and get involved in today’s social justice movement with these Martin Luther King Jr. activities for kids in grades pre-K to 12. Martin Luther King Jr. is a man to remember and teach on Martin Luther King day. Here are 27 ideas and activities I hope you find helpful in teaching diversity and Martin Luther King Jr. facts. Kids absorb ideas best through engaging and interactive activities, and MLK Day provides a unique opportunity to combine fun with important life lessons. Let’s explore 17 creative ways to celebrate MLK Day with children while keeping the spirit of his dream alive. Here are 15 inspiring MLK Jr. Day activities for kids to help us remember the great man, the dream he shared and the lessons he taught us. “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” Free, Printable MLK Day activities for kids for all ages, including coloring pages, word puzzles, writing prompts, I Have a Dream activities and much more. I’m thrilled to share 5 Creative MLK Day activities that capture the essence of Dr. King’s vision. These are perfect for sparking meaningful conversations and insights. And keep an eye out—there are some Martin Luther King, Jr. Day freebies waiting for you at the end of this post. From printables, activities, and crafts we have MLK day activities for everyone. Plus, you can use these MLK day activities at home or in the classroom! Let’s celebrate the life and wisdom of Martin Luther King Jr together. Here are 30 fun and easy to crafts and activities for kids for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. These are wonderful ways to help the next generation of kids understand and learn about the message of love, peace and respect for all peoples that MLK tried to promote during his life. Use these Martin Luther King activities and resources to teach students about the civil rights movement and build out your lesson plans. Dr. Martin Luther King played an important role in the history of our great nation. These martin luther king jr day activities and ideas will help kids learn about the history of Martin Luther King Jr and the civil rights movement, as well as learning about the concepts of diversity and equality. MLK Jr. Day Family Events Sandy Springs will celebrate “Martin Luther King Jr.: Life and Legacy” from 1-4 p.m. on Jan. 20 with activities and a film at the Performing Arts Center’s Studio and Byers Theatre, 1 Galambos Way. The event is free and family-friendly. Update: The City of Tucker is canceling the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on January 20, due to expected freezing temperatures. The event will be rescheduled in the coming weeks. Johns Homestead Park Tucker is hosting its eighth Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. With tremendous courage, dedication and faith, Martin Luther King, Jr. managed to change the world. His tireless civil rights efforts left an indelible legacy of fairness, justice, and empowerment that resonates to this day. These detailed lesson plans and engaging activities celebrate his tremendous contribution through hands-on learning, internet activities, printable worksheets, and fun 48th Annual MLK PaRADE. Along with Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation Dept., from 12 noon - 5 p.m. at the MLK Memorial Park at 6000 NW 32nd Ct., corporations, community and civic groups will collaborate to produce cultural programs, entertainment performances, and culinary experiences--all designed to honor, promote, unify, and preserve our local, vibrant African and Caribbean heritage. All events are being hosted by the State of Minnesota and the Governor’s Council on the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. To view the recorded livestream of the MLK, Jr. Celebration on January 20, 2025, visit TPT.org . The kid-friendly MLK celebration at Brooklyn Children's Museum runs from Sunday, January 19 through Monday, January 20. Activities each day feature shadow puppet performances produced by Nehprii MLK Day Events with Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation. Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has two events planned to commemorate Martin Luther King Day. Remembering MLK is an event for seniors (ages 55+) on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 12 to 1 p.m., at Albemarle Road Recreation Center. Jacksonville is gearing up to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a variety of events and service opportunities. The annual MLK Breakfast will be held at the Prime Osborn Convention Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration @ Detroit Public Library – FRIDAY 1/17/2025 MLK Jr. Day of Service @ Howell Library You can also enjoy FREE Family Swim at Goldfish Swim School in West Bloomfield from 12:30pm to 1:30pm
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