Category Archives: Holidays
I Have a Dream- Martin Luther King writing assignment and bulletin board for elementary and high school
Submitted by CJ Spencer The students wrote about what their dreams are to make the world a better place. Some students volunteered to read theirs aloud to the class. They were then all hung and displayed as a bulletin board. … Continue reading
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Martin Luther King Activities- activities to celebrate Martin Luther King’s birthday for elementary students or high school students
Click here to like teachertime123 on facebook! * Make a timeline of Dr. King’s life. * Make a collage using pictures found on the internet. Print them, cut them, and create a great collage! A collage can also be made … Continue reading
Writing Prompts for Martin Luther King Day-writing activities for elementary and high school students
*What dreams do you think Martin Luther King would have in today’s world? *Read and/or listen to Martin Luther King’s “I have a Dream” speech. Then list as many dreams of his that you can recall. Older students can then … Continue reading
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Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” Speech- text of King’s Address at March on Washington
August 28, 1963 Washington, D. C. I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. Five score years ago, a great American, … Continue reading
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Books about Martin Luther King- titles and descriptions of books about Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr by Doreen Rappaport Ages 5 and up- This picture-book biography is an excellent and accessible introduction for young readers to learn about one of the world’s most influential leaders, Dr. … Continue reading
Martin Luther King Quotes- inspirational quotes from Martin Luther King, Jr.
From great-quotes.com “There can be no deep disappointment where there is not deep love.” – Martin Luther King “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at … Continue reading
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Martin Luther King “I Have a Dream” Speech, August 28, 1963- March on Washington video
From youtube.com (17:28) I Have a Dream Speech Martin Luther King’s Address at March on Washington August 28, 1963. Washington, D.C.
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Veterans Day Classroom Activities
1. Create a bar graph reflecting family members of students who are serving in the armed services. 2. Write a Thank You letter to a veteran. Send this to someone in the community or to a Veteran’s Home. 3. Write … Continue reading
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Veteran’s Day Tribute Video
From youtube.com (4:37) Veterans Day Tribute Video- shows many pictures from past and present to music
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Veterans Day- links to teachers guides, history, poster galleries, and more
United States Department of Veterans Affairs- http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday Teachers Guide- http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/docs/2011_veterans_day_teacher_guide.pdf Veterans Day history-http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/vetdayhistory.asp Poster Gallery-http://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/gallery.asp military.com-http://www.military.com/veterans-day/
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Halloween History- video put out by National Geographic on the culture and tradition of Halloween
From youtube.com (3:12) Halloween isn’t just costumes and candy; it’s a cultural holiday rich in tradition.
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Christopher Columbus- book by Stephen Krensky for elementary
Enlivened by attractive full-color artwork, including maps and a cutaway view of the ship, the straightforward account is a good choice at this reading level.”–Booklist.
Christopher Columbus Arrival, Columbus Day- video for late elementary and high school students, part 2
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