American Symbols: Discover the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial
Learn about Martin Luther King Jr through the lens of his memorial in Washington, DC in a class integrating art and US history
Barb Lund
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(363)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Through a PowerPoint presentation, we will study the life of Martin Luther King Jr including his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and his dynamic presence in the Civil Rights Movement. We will explore the memorial honoring MLK in Washington, DC, discussing quotes engraved at the memorial. Students will be invited to respond to and ask questions about the quotes and about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. Following the lesson, the learners will create a step-by-step "I Have a Dream" poster. If there is time, learners will have the opportunity to tell or write about a dream/idea they have for our world.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Slides will include President Ronald Reagan signing the Martin Luther King Jr Holiday legislation. Slides will also include President Barack Obama and his family visiting the MLK memorial.
Supply List
Learners will need the following for class: • One piece of paper • Pencil • Black Sharpie or another black marker • Crayons or Markers
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from University of Minnesota
My excitement about American symbols began with travels to Washington, DC. I loved stepping onto the exact spot Martin Luther King Jr. stood for his iconic I Have a Dream speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Walking through the White House thrilled me as I imagined the historic individuals who had walked its halls. I have enthusiastically taught many learners about Washington, DC through books, music, and plays. I'm so excited to share my knowledge and experience with Outschool students!
I am a teacher certified to teach elementary grades 1-6 and deaf/HH students pre-K-12. I worked as an educational interpreter for several years and as an elementary teacher for many years. My education and work history have provided the skills to teach American Sign Language and all core subjects to learners on Outschool.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 19 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-6 learners per class
