{"title":"Martin Luther King Jr. Crafts","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"fingerprint-peace-dove-for-mlk-day-a2607","title":"Fingerprint Peace Dove for MLK Day","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4856\" alt=\"MLK Day Collaborative Art Project for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Fingerprint-Peace-Dove.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: bcskidart.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fingerprint peace dove created by Ms. La Tocha's kindergarten class for their school's auction is absolutely darling and would make a lovely project idea for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat we love...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eThis is a great community building exercise! Students are inspired to work together toward a common\/positive goal and the result is stunning!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe diverse colors of the fingerprints working in harmony with one another to create such a visually appealing picture is a great reminder of the ideals and dreams Martin Luther King Jr. gave his life's work to!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe peace dove is also very symbolic of the works of Dr. King.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhile the project may take some time to complete, the results are just beautiful! Be sure to visit Beverly Cleary School Class Art Projects for more photos of the project as well as project variations!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172475417,"sku":"A2607","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Fingerprint-Peace-Dove.jpg?v=1522782103"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-activity-i-have-a-dreamcatcher-a3208","title":"MLK Day Activity - I Have A Dreamcatcher...","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2573 \" alt=\"MLK Day Activity and Kindergarten Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-T-chart.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: sunglassesonmyhead.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLauren, second grade teacher and blogger at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sunglassesonmyhead.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/i-have-dreamcatcher.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNotes from Miss Dennis\u003c\/a\u003e, shared this MLK Day activity and we thought it offered a nice twist to traditional lessons. Incorporating the Native American \u003cem\u003eLegend of the Dreamcatcher\u003c\/em\u003e, Lauren and her students encountered the concepts of good dreams and bad dreams. With these ideas fresh in their mind, they then read David A. Adler's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Picture Book of Martin Luther King, Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eand listened for words\/concepts that might qualify as good or bad dreams. Lauren and her kiddos rounded out the lesson by creating their \u003cem\u003eown\u003c\/em\u003e dreamcatchers! Isn't this a fun and unique way to present the important ideals connected with MLK Day?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Notes from Miss Dennis for the full lesson and pictures!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172672025,"sku":"A3208","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-T-chart.jpg?v=1522782105"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-craft-unity-sand-bottle-a2608","title":"MLK Day Craft - Unity Sand Bottle","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-4863 \" alt=\"MLK Day Unity Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Colored-Sand-Unity-Bottle.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.facebook.com\/CrayolaPlaySand\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinterest has become an amazing resource for DIY projects, kids crafts, and more! We recently stumbled upon this gorgeous unity sand craft from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CrayolaPlaySand\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePavestone Colored Sand Store\u003c\/a\u003e that would make a great addition to your lesson plans this Martin Luther King Jr Day! Like the peace dove we featured yesterday, this project is sure to build a sense of community among your students, provide a great opportunity for discussing important topics surrounding MLK Day {diversity, unity, harmony, etc.}, and create an instant keepsake for the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love the idea of creating a class unity sand bottle, but we also think it would be fun to provide each of your students with a small unity sand keepsake to take home too! Set out a large recycled plastic bottle along with a small container for each student {perhaps recycled baby food jars, spice bottles, or inexpensive clear containers purchased at the dollar store} and invite your kiddos to make their rounds, adding a bit of sand to each container!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project, be sure to visit Pavestone Colored Sand Store!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734172737561,"sku":"A2608","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Colored-Sand-Unity-Bottle.jpg?v=1522782105"},{"product_id":"peace-wreath-for-black-history-month-a2617","title":"Peace Wreath for Black History Month","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-4937\" alt=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day and Black History Month Peace Wreath Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Wreath1.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: colormekinder.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMrs. M over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2013\/01\/new-years-wrap-up-black-history-month.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColor Me Kinder\u003c\/a\u003e shared this beautiful peace wreath craft that would be the perfect addition to your plans for Martin Luther King Jr Day or Black History Month. As a collaborative project, your kiddos will find out firsthand what it means and how it feels to work together toward a common goal, as well as observe how each of their personal contributions is necessary and important in order to create a beautiful and full wreath to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo create hand prints for the wreath...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\" data-mce-mark=\"1\"\u003eHave students trace and cut their hand prints from multicultural construction paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide students with multicultural paint, inviting them to use a paint brush to cover their hand with paint and gently press it to a piece of white card stock. When dry, have them cut out their prints and arrange them into the shape of a wreath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf course, you can always use multicultural markers to trace and color, then cut!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor this great craft, be sure to visit Color Me Kinder!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734174507033,"sku":"A2617","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Peace-Wreath1.jpg?v=1522782116"},{"product_id":"we-give-a-hand-for-peace-mlk-day-bulletin-board-a4459","title":"We Give A Hand For Peace! - MLK Day Bulletin Board","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/We-Give-A-Hand-For-Peace-MLK-Day-Bulletin-Board.jpg\" title=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day Bulletin Board Idea\" alt=\"MLK Peace Bulletin Board Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect addition to your MLK Day lesson plans, this is not only a great way to help your students make a personal connection (and personal action plan for promoting peace!), it also provides a colorful display for the classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand Print Craftivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvite students to think of ways they can promote peace - at home, in the classroom, on the playground, in the community, etc. After brainstorming ways in which they can be peacemakers, have them select one specific way and make a commitment to do it. For example;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI will invite kids who are left out to play on the playground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI will take turns and share my toys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI will listen to directions and follow them the first time around.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave them pen their pledge on the bottom of a piece of paper and add their hand print - either traced and cut from a piece of paper or made using craft paint - as a signature of sorts. Once dry\/finished, add the craft to a piece of colored paper, creating a colorful border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWe Give A Hand For Peace!\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blue bulletin board paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"We Give A Hand For Peace!\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complimentary patterned\/colored bulletin board borders. [NOTE: We selected two patterned borders to create a layered look.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use your kiddos' pledges! These will take up most of the space. As a way of tying in the peace theme, we also added two dove cutouts by the title, but those are certainly optional!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734196756505,"sku":"A4459","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/We-Give-A-Hand-For-Peace-MLK-Day-Bulletin-Board.jpg?v=1522782249"},{"product_id":"my-dream-mlk-day-craftivity-a4449","title":"\"My Dream...\" MLK Day Craftivity","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2bee%20martin%20luther%20king%20hand.jpg\" title=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day Activity and Craft\" alt=\"Martin Luther King Jr Day Activity and Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Vicky Moore\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day and, exploring\/celebrating together the life of this important historical figure, provides a wonderful opportunity for discussing several important topics with your kiddos - character, diversity, passion, and perseverance among them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there's nothing new about having your students write about \u003cem\u003etheir own\u003c\/em\u003e dreams on MLK Day, we love how second grade teacher, Vicky Moore, of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/traditionslaughterandhappilyeverafter.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTraditions, Laughter and Happiliy Ever After\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.vickymoore2.com\/holiday.cfm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Moore's Class\u003c\/a\u003e, turned it into a craftivity that captures the powerful message of the holiday - the hand of friendship has no color!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your students create the hand prints with paint or construction paper, then fill out the inside of the page with their dreams - dreams for themselves, dreams for their families, dreams for the community\/school, dreams for the world, etc. We think this is a fabulous way for your students to make a personal connection with the holiday!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734196887577,"sku":"A4449","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2bee_20martin_20luther_20king_20hand.jpg?v=1522782250"},{"product_id":"fun-with-color-mixing-a4033","title":"Fun with Color Mixing - An MLK Day Activity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2764\" alt=\"Black History Month and Martin Luther King Jr Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Color-Mixing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this great exercise over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/elementaryartfun.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mixing-colors-with-mlk.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esmART Class\u003c\/a\u003e and, it looked like Natalie and her kiddos had so much fun with it, that we had to pass it along!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst they mixed...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e...and then they painted!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuper fun, right!? We love that this color mixing activity offers a hands-on way to help your students explore the beauty of diversity and working together in harmony! Not to mention, the resulting mural offers a lovely and festive way to document your learning about this important historical figure, as well as a gorgeous decoration for your classroom or hallway!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Color-Mixing-Mural.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: smART Class\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full lesson, be sure to visit smART Class!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204227609,"sku":"A4033","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Color-Mixing-Mural.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"hooray-for-mlk-day-math-literacy-activities-a6914","title":"\"Hooray For MLK Day!\" - Math \u0026 Literacy Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/kindergals.blogspot.com\/2013\/01\/hooray-for-mlk-day.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderGals\u003c\/a\u003e, Kim and Megan, never disappoint when we need fun activities on the fly! Here are several awesome math and literacy activities from Kim's '\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Hooray-for-Martin-Luther-King-MLK-Day-by-Kim-Adsit-190312\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHooray for Martin Luther King (MLK) Day\u003c\/a\u003e' packet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAll About Martin Luther King\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/KinderGals-MLK-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderGals\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you read books about Martin Luther King Jr. (and perhaps even watch Dr. King's famous speech!), make sure your kiddos are recording their learning along the way! Simple journal pages where students can record a sentence and\/or draw a picture are a neat and simple way to do this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also think Kim's cute craftivity, where students create a likeness of Dr. King and write several short sentences about him, provides a wonderful 'wrap-up' activity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCause \u0026amp; Effect with Dr. King\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/KinderGals-MLK-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderGals\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCause and effect is a repeating theme, both in learning and life, and is a great concept to explore as you and your kiddos discuss the life and purpose of Martin Luther King.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim's flow chart provides a fantastic visual of the concept and aids in walking students through each step in the discussion;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What was wrong?\" - What did Dr. King want to change?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What did Dr. King do?\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"What happened?\" - What were the results of Dr. King's work?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Number Combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/KinderGals-MLK-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: KinderGals\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. King had four children - two boys and two girls. Using this fun fact, along with clip art and activity mats, Kim had students determine how many other ways they could make four kids - i.e. 0 boys and 4 girls, 1 boy and 3 girls, etc. A simple, yet unique way to learn about MLK while also practicing problem solving and other early math skills!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part about these activities? You can find all of them - plus lots more! - in Kim's \"Hooray for Martin Luther King (MLK) Day!\" packet on \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Hooray-for-Martin-Luther-King-MLK-Day-by-Kim-Adsit-190312\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTeachers Pay Teachers\u003c\/a\u003e! We suggest heading over to check it out as well as visiting \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/kindergals.blogspot.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKinderGals\u003c\/a\u003e for other awesome ideas! It really is a fabulous resource!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204260377,"sku":"A6914","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/KinderGals-MLK-1.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-dream-mobiles-a4023","title":"MLK Day Dream Mobiles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Dr. King offers a powerful example of how one person who stands up for what they believe in\/what is right can make a difference. As you explore the life of Martin Luther King Jr this January - his ideals, his hopes, and his impact - empower your students with the knowledge that, they too, have the power to make a difference in their families, their school\/community, and even the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructing a dream mobile is a great way to help your students make a meaningful connection with the holiday as well as instill this very idea! We found two variations of the dream mobile and either project would make a fabulous addition to your MLK Day lessons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndividual Dream Mobile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-2691  \" alt=\"MLK Day Writing Prompt, Craft, and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/1-Dream-Mobile.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Prince \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeanne over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/spendadayinsecondgrade.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mlk-mobile-freebie-and-last-chance-for.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Prince \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/a\u003e has her kiddos create individual mobiles, writing about their dreams for their school, community, and world. If you're interested in completing this project, she offers the mobile printables for FREE over at her blog, so set-up is sure to be easy peasy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollaborative Dream Mobile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"featured\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Collaborative-Dream-Mobile-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 4th Grade Frolics\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTara of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/4thgradefrolics.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/mlk-mobile-activity-and-sharing-some.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e4th Grade Frolics\u003c\/a\u003e invites her students to work together to create a class mobile displaying their dreams for the world. Invited to think about various topics - freedom, equality, fairness, unity, etc. - students wrote about what these dreams might look like and their hopes for the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a picture of the completed mobile...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-2692\" alt=\"MLK Day Writing Prompt, Craft, and Preschool Lesson Plan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2-Dream-Mobile.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: 4th Grade Frolics\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, these projects were initially used with second and fourth grade students, so keep this in mind when tweaking the activity for your preschoolers!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204358681,"sku":"A4023","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Collaborative-Dream-Mobile-1.jpg?v=1522782293"},{"product_id":"mlk-day-dream-weaving-craft-for-kids-a6918","title":"MLK Day Dream Weaving Craft for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Dream Weaving Craft for Kids\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Heart%20Weaving%20Collage%20of%20Six%20Hearts.jpg\" alt=\"Dream Weaving MLK Day Craft\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow cute are these dream catchers featured by Debbie over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/rainbowswithinreach.blogspot.com\/2014\/01\/martin-luther-king-jr-dream-weaving.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRainbows Within Reach\u003c\/a\u003e? If you're looking for a last minute project to celebrate MLK Day with your kiddos, this is the craft for you. All you need is a few classroom staples (pipe cleaners and yarn) and you're ready to get started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDream Weaving Craft\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach student will need two pipe cleaners to twist together in the shape of a heart (younger children may need help with this step). Once the heart shape is assembled, have students wrap the pipe cleaners in yarn and begin the weaving process (only to be limited by the amount of time and yarn you have available). It's as simple as that! And feel free to use assorted colors for the dream catchers. Don't you just love all of the bright colors in the pictures?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Day Dream Catcher Process\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Dream%20Weaving%20Process.jpg\" alt=\"Dream Catcher MLK Day Craft Process\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rainbows Within Reach\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Dream' catchers - what a great way to tie into a class discussion of Martin Luther King and his unforgettable \"I have a Dream\" speech. And when you're finished, don't forget to hang the dream catchers around your class for a colorful MLK Day display!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204424217,"sku":"A6918","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Heart_20Weaving_20Collage_20of_20Six_20Hearts.jpg?v=1522782294"},{"product_id":"mlk-man-of-peace-wreath-craft-and-freebies-a6916","title":"MLK Day Man of Peace Wreath Craft and FREEbies","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg title=\"MLK Man of Peace Wreath Craft\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLKJ-Wreath.jpg\" alt=\"MLK Wreath Craft for Kids\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Soure: Color Me Kinder\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's hard to believe the holidays have come and gone and we are already looking toward celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day! If you're short on ideas, Mrs. M over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eColor Me Kinder\u003c\/a\u003e has you covered! She has several printable freebies, as well as a few craft ideas you should definitely check out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\"We're All in this Together\" Peace Wreath\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing multicultural construction paper (or brown and tan), have each student trace his or her hand using a pencil. Then have students cut out their handprints. Once everyone is finished, have students take turns gluing their handprint to the class wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish the class wreath off by adding a bow to the bottom and a picture of Martin Luther King to the middle! Also, if you're planning on displaying your creation on a classroom wall or door, you may want to print out \"We're All in this Together\" to place above the wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMLK Freebies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeace Sign T-Shirt:\u003c\/b\u003e Mrs. M provided an excellent \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efree printable\u003c\/a\u003e for this activity. Simply print the T-Shirt printable onto white cardstock and have your kiddos draw on their own peace signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"What Does Peace Mean to Me\" Writing Activity:\u003c\/b\u003e For older students, print out the provided \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/colormekinder.blogspot.com\/2012\/01\/martin-luther-king-was-man-of-peace.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003efree worksheet\u003c\/a\u003e and have them take some time to write about what peace means to them using the provided prompt. As an extension, you could hang their completed worksheets around your Peace Wreath for your MLK Day celebration!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204456985,"sku":"A6916","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLKJ-Wreath.jpg?v=1522782294"},{"product_id":"portrait-craftivity-writing-prompt-for-mlk-day-a6915","title":"Portrait Craftivity \u0026 Writing Prompt for MLK Day!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMLK Day is right around the corner and we've been busy trying to find some last minute {and simple!} ideas that you can use in the classroom as you and your kiddos explore the life and legacy of this important historical figure!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*          *          *\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/martin-luther-king-jr.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e, a fabulous created by the talented Natalie and Rachelle, is another go-to resource when we're looking for new ideas! We peeked into Rachelle's classroom and here's what she has going on for MLK Day...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePortrait Craftivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Portrait-Craft.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing Dianne Tansey's \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/Downloadable-Dr-Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Cut-and-Paste-Pattern-Packet-6936\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecut and paste pattern\u003c\/a\u003e, Rachelle has her kiddos create a portrait of Dr. King. We think this is a great 'processing activity'. As students follow directions and use the template to create the pieces, the time spent provides an opportunity to reflect on their learning about Dr. King!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\"I have a dream...\" Writing Prompt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/MLK-Dream-Printable.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: What the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spirit of Dr. King's life and legacy, Rachelle invites her students to think about how they would like to help others, now and\/or in the future. After brainstorming a few ideas, she then has her kiddos write about their dream for making the world a better place. The prompt page that she created for the activity can be downloaded for FREE at What the Teacher Wants! You'll just need a camera to take pictures of your kiddos or, if you find yourself in a time crunch, you could simply have your students draw a portrait of themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe are always inspired when we visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/whattheteacherwants.blogspot.com\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat the Teacher Wants!\u003c\/a\u003e and highly recommend heading over to check out Natalie and Rachelle's amazing site!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734204686361,"sku":"A6915","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/MLK-Portrait-Craft.jpg?v=1522782295"},{"product_id":"peace-doves-watercolor-art-project-for-kids-a7076","title":"\"Peace Doves\" Watercolor Art Project for Kids","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Watercolor-Peace-Dove-Project-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect project for MLK Day or a peace unit, these gorgeous doves that we found over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/applesloveorangespdx.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/watercolor-doves.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/a\u003e are actually pretty easy to create. They'll take a couple crafting sessions since you'll have to wait for the paint to dry, but the finished product is certainly worth it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewatercolor paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ewatercolor paints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003epaint brushes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003etable salt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eplastic wrap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eblack and white card stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eblack permanent marker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMaking the Doves\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhat's cool about this project is that your kiddos will get the opportunity to explore several watercolor painting techniques; wet on dry, wet on wet, and salt texturing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatercolor Painting Techinques\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet on Dry. The background paper and any paint previously applied to the paper is allowed to dry completely before more paint\/colors are added. With this technique there is less bleeding between colors and the colors used are more vibrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet on Wet. Paint is applied to background paper that has been brushed with water or already has a layer of wet paint on it, allowing for a softer, more diffused look as the colors mix together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt Texturing. With this technique, salt (table or sea) is sprinkled over the painted page when the paint is almost dry. Once the page is completely dry, the salt is then brushed off revealing a fun textured look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe background for the project was created using all three of these techniques and, after adding the salt, students were invited to carefully cover the paper with plastic wrap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOnce dry, with the saran wrap removed and the salt brushed off, students added dove cutouts then printed quotes about peace on or around the shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHere are close-ups of the finished projects...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Doves-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Doves-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Peace-Doves-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mrs. Art Teacher!\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAren't they beautiful!? 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