Category Archives: Important Events in History

I Have a Dream- Martin Luther King writing assignment and bulletin board for elementary and high school

Posted on December 28, 2011 by admin

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

Posted on December 26, 2011 by admin

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 →

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Writing Prompts for Martin Luther King Day-writing activities for elementary and high school students

Posted on December 26, 2011 by admin

*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

Posted on December 26, 2011 by admin

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.

Posted on December 21, 2011 by admin

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 →

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Martin Luther King Quotes- inspirational quotes from Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted on December 20, 2011 by admin

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

Posted on December 18, 2011 by admin

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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Franklin Delano Roosevelt giving the Pearl Harbor Address – “a date that will live in infamy”- FDR speech-video

Posted on December 3, 2011 by admin

From youtube.com Franklin Delano Roosevelt giving the Pearl Harbor Address – “a date that will live in infamy”.

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Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address- video,recited by Jeff Daniels

Posted on November 19, 2011 by admin

From youtube.com Gettysburg Address as recited by Jeff Daniels. The Gettysburg Address took place in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania November 19, 1863  

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Christopher Columbus Arrival, Columbus Day- video for late elementary and high school students, part 2

Posted on October 1, 2011 by admin

From youtube.com Excerpt from 500 Nations, The Discovery and Arrival of Christopher (9:34)

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Christopher Columbus Arrival, Columbus Day- video for late elementary and high school students, part 1

Posted on October 1, 2011 by admin

From youtube.com Excerpt from 500 Nations, The Discovery and Arrival of Christopher Columbus (9:54) Click here for part 2 of the video: part 2

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Christopher Columbus- Columbus Day- cartoon video

Posted on September 28, 2011 by admin

From youtube.com (5:24)

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I Have a Dream Speech (shortened version)- Martin Luther King, Jr

Posted on August 24, 2011 by admin

From youtube.com (2:18)

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Opens in Washington, D.C.: Photos

Posted on August 24, 2011 by admin

From history.com A monument more than 20 years in the making that celebrates the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. was unveiled this week on the National Mall. Inspired by a famous line from King’s legendary “I Have … Continue reading →

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