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Instructional Video

The Man Who Changed America

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An informative video shares a quick history of Martin Luther King, Jr. The engaging narrator covers topics such as where and when MLK Jr. was born, what charged his passion, and good deeds he performed.

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Concepts

martin luther king jr., holiday celebrations, Holidays, national holidays, united states holidays, segregation, i have a dream speech, african american culture, african american history, african americans, famous african americans, black history month

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

Visit the school library, or search online, for additional information about Martin Luther King Jr.
Create an MLK Jr.-themed bulletin board featuring pictures and important facts
Locate, then read or play Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech, I Have a Dream

Classroom Considerations

Martin Luther King Jr., or MLK, Day is celebrated on January 21
Headphones enhance focus when learners watch the video independently

Pros

Material related to the subject can be found at the bottom of the page
The video displays real-life pictures of MLK Jr. and his experiences

Cons

None

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