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Seeker: Mlk Tested 'Dream' Speech as a Teen
Article reports on a speech given by a teen Martin Luther King, Jr. and its similiarities to his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Includes a video.
Stanford University
Mlk and the Global Freedom Struggle: Assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Encyclopedia entry provides a detailed account of the assassination of Civil Rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr.
A&E Television
History.com: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a social activist and Baptist minister who played a key role in the American civil rights movement from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. King sought equality and human rights for African...
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Seattle Times: Martin Luther King Jr. Quiz
Test your knowledge on the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by taking this quiz.
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Louisiana State University: Martin Luther King Jr.
This site from the Louisiana State University provides text with basic biographical information about Martin Luther King, Jr., lists of awards, honors, and links to other sites.
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Afscme: "I've Been to the Mountaintop" by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about the the events of the 1968 Memphis Sanitation Workers Strike which drew Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to Memphis, which is where he was soon to be assassinated. Excellent source of primary sources and first hand accounts of the...
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Martin Luther King Jr.
This resource provides information about Martin Luther King Jr.
US National Archives
Nara: Findings on Mlk Assassination
Learn about the findings of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination.
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: History: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., with links to many related topics about the struggle for equality in America.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Mlk Murals
Features a slide show documenting "city portraits of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. across America."
University of Florida
Mwen Gen Yon Rev (I Have a Dream)
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" in both English and Haitian Creole.
Stanford University
Mlk and the Global Freedom Struggle: Albany Movement
Encyclopedia entry examines the Albany Movement, a desegregation coalition formed in Albany, Ga. in 1961 with the purpose of ending all forms of racial segregation in the city.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Mlk Assassination
Features detailed facts and a summary of the assassination of Civil Rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr. on April 4, 1968, by James Earl Ray.
Teachnology
Teachnology: Teacher Guide to Martin Luther King, Jr.
A complete unit of ideas for Martin Luther King Jr. is featured with related lesson plans and activities.
Stanford University
Mlk and the Global Freedom Struggle: Sit Ins
Read about the organization behind the sit-ins at southern businesses, first in Greensboro, North Carolina, then spread throughout the south. Of interest is the prominence of student-led protest. Be sure to look at the related events and...
PBS
Pbs Newshour Extra: Mlk Memorial Opens on Anniversary of Historic March
A memorial to Martin Luther King, Jr. took its place in the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The date was chosen to commemorate the March on Washington and his "I Have a Dream" speech of August 28, 1963. Obstacles to the King Memorial...
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Wyzant: History and Politics Out Loud: "I Have a Dream" Speech
Listen to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s powerful and famous speech, "I Have a Dream." Transcript and audio clips are also provided.
Everything ESL
Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Teach your ESL learners about Dr. Martin Luther King. This lesson plan includes the TESOL standards. You will find downloads and audio clips.
Stanford University
Mlk and the Global Freedom Struggle: Civil Rights Act of 1964
Read about President John F. Kennedy's role in attempting to outlaw segregation, and, after Kennedy's assassination, President Johnson's role in making that happen with the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: Webisode 14: Let Freedom Ring
Series episode covers the civil rights movement and the struggle for equality in post-World War II America.
Curated OER
Npr: Media: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
Close-up view of the granite statue of Martin Luther King, Jr., part of the memorial to the slain civil rights leader located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Curated OER
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Martin Luther King, Jr., Speaking
Cartoon representation of Martin Luther King, Jr., at a podium
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: How Big Are Martin's Big Words? Thinking Big About the Future
Contains plans for a lesson using "Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." by Doreen Rappaport to get learners to think about their futures. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains...
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