Martin Luther King Lesson

In this lesson, students will explore the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., gaining a comprehensive understanding of his role in the American civil rights movement and his impact on social justice issues that resonate to this day. Through examining key moments like the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Birmingham Campaign, and the "I Have a Dream" speech, students will learn about the strategies King employed, the challenges he faced, and the lasting changes he inspired in American society. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.