New York Times
New York Times: Martin Luther King, Jr.
An outstanding collection of materials for learning about Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights movement. Students can engage in a text-to-text analysis of 'I Have a Dream' and 'The Lasting Power of Dr. King's Dream Speech'
DOGO Media
Dogo News: Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Read about the life of the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Includes video.
University of Maryland
Voices of Democracy: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. "How Long? Not Long" 1965
On March 25, 1965, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. stood on a flatbed truck and delivered his "How Long? Not Long?" speech. The speech was delivered at the conclusion of the Selma-to-Montgomery march. Included are the full text...
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Legacy
[Free Registration/Login Required] This resource provides information about Martin Luther King, Jr.'s impact on American history. In addition, there are links to related topics.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 16, 2017 the United States celebrated a day of honor for Martin Luther King Jr.'s contributions to American history in his fight for civil rights during a difficult era.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Martin Luther King, Jr.: "I Have a Dream"
On August 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered a speech to hundreds of thousands of Americans at what is known as the March on Washington. This now-famous speech was both an apex and catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement in...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Letter From Birmingham Jail, Martin Luther King, Jr.
This site will let you hear from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in his own words in a letter written from a Birmingham jail cell in April of 1963. In this letter, Dr. King defends himself against accusations that he is an "outsider" and...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "Martin Luther King, Jr." by Us history.org
A learning module that begins with "Martin Luther King, Jr." by USHistory.org, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free...
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Robert F. Kennedy Speech on the Assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Robert F. Kennedy's speech on the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Audio available
Robin Chew
Lucidcafe: Martin Luther King, Jr., Civil Rights Leader
Informative biographical sketch of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with links to Gandhi and good information about the philosophy of nonviolent social protest. Includes links to text of "Letter from Birmingham Jail" and the "I Have a Dream"...
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric: Robert F. Kennedy: Assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
This is the text, audio, and video [1:47] of Robert F. Kennedy's speech to the nation concerning the Assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.; it was delivered on April 4, 1968, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Other
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...
Social Studies for Kids
Social Studies for Kids: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Article tracing the life, acts, and fame of the famous civil rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr.
Utah State University
Teacher Link: Martin Luther King
What contributions did Martin Luther King Jr. make to the Human Rights effort? This site offers a lesson plan to develop student's knowledge of the accomplishments of this famous leader.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: History Wired: Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" Speech
Review the famous speech given August 28, 1963 by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Martin Luther King Jr Facts and Biography
Biographical facts on the life of African-American leader and human rights activist Martin Luther King Jr.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: m.l. King, Jr.: Identifying With a Hero
Lesson that attempts to help younger young scholars understand and identify with Martin Luther King, Jr. through reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities. Encourages students to attempt to live out King's "Dream," in their...
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Coretta Scott King
Although best known for being the wife of famed civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Coretta Scott King created her own legacy. Learn interesting details about her life.
Other
Cross Current: Martin L. King and the Future of America
Scroll down to the second paragraph of the first article to find info on Heschel. Focuses on his relationship with Martin Luther King, Jr.
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.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Civil Rights: An Investigation
Through the lesson provided here, students will not only learn about civil rights and civil liberty but also understand the key roles played by President Johnson and Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement. The detailed...
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Martin Luther King, Jr.
For nearly two decades, Dr. King led the Civil Rights Movement in 20th century America. This concise biography launches into the strides made from his passion and perseverance.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Similarities and Differences Between Two Text
In this lesson, through guided practice, the students use two texts about Martin Luther King to compare the similarities and differences between those texts. Includes videos of the lesson in action, printable charts, and a graphic...
Other
Mlkcc: The Seven Steps of Non Violent Action
This site from The Martin Luther King Celebration Committee Inc. gives an outline of the Seven Steps of Non-Violent Action as defined by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Find out more about this tremendous historical Civil Rights leader.