Description
MLK Day Activity Bundle | Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Reading Passages | Fun Math ELA Activities Bundle
Looking for a ready-to-use, meaningful way to teach Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—without hours of prep? This MLK day activity bundle is designed for 4th and 5th grade and brings together reading, writing, math, and creative activities that honor Dr. King’s life and legacy in engaging, age-appropriate ways.
Perfect for MLK Day, MLK Week, or Black History Month, this MLK day activity bundle saves time while keeping learning purposeful, reflective, and student-friendly.
What’s Included — Use Flexibly
This MLK day activity bundle combines three comprehensive resources into one classroom-ready set:
Reading Comprehension & Critical Thinking
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Nonfiction reading passages about Dr. King’s life and legacy
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Mystery picture reading activities that motivate close reading
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Open-ended comprehension questions for deeper thinking and discussion
Writing & Reflection
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Meaningful writing prompts connected to Dr. King’s message
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“Our Words Matter” writing activity inspired by Martin’s Big Words
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Poetry, reflection, and opinion-based writing opportunities
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Math & ELA Skill Practice — All Themed to Dr. King & the Civil Rights Movement
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Fractions, multiplication, division, and multi-step word problems
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Vocabulary, grammar, and editing practice
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Fun word searches, crosswords, puzzles, code-breaking, and color-by-code tasks
Creative & Bonus Activities
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MLK craft and student bookmarks
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Martin Luther King Jr. coloring pages and early finisher options
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Activities that double as bulletin board displays
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Worried this might be too much? Don’t be!
This MLK day activity bundle is built for flexibility:
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Planning a full unit? Use everything for a complete week of meaningful learning
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Need a quick, powerful lesson? Print 3–5 pages and go
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Differentiate with ease: whole class, small groups, or fast finishers
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Sub plans? Mystery Pictures + reading passages = instant, engaging coverage
You’re in control. Use what fits your classroom this year.
All answer keys included
Printable + select digital formats included
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How to Use
This MLK day activity bundle is easy to implement and perfect for:
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MLK Day or MLK Week lessons
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Black History Month activities
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Morning work or bell ringers
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Independent or partner work
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Centers or early finishers
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No-prep sub plans
Most pages are print-and-go—ideal for busy weeks after winter break.
Teacher Tips
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Choose a few activities for MLK Day or spread them across the week
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Mix math, reading, and writing for balanced instruction
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Compile pages into a student activity booklet
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Use reflection prompts to guide meaningful discussions
Important Note: Activities align with Martin’s Big Words by Doreen Rappaport. The book is not included.
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Why You’ll Love It
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Everything is planned—no endless searching
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A balanced mix of meaningful learning and engagement
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Designed for upper elementary learners
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Encourages thoughtful discussion without overwhelm
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Saves money compared to buying resources individually
Teach an important topic with confidence using this MLK day activity bundle—and keep your students engaged, reflective, and curious.
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Sunflowers & Standards –
I loved using this with my students. They were engaged and excited to learn!