Welcome to our In the Know topic for January, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Take a look through our archives for articles about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. You may wish to take a look at other grade spans and recommend articles to students that are below or above their grade’s reading level.
Grades K-1 look at why we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.
Grades 2-3 learn about Martin Luther King, Jr’s views on issues beyond civil rights.
Grades 4-5 look back at the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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