Martin Luther King Jr. Reading Comprehension for 4th Grade and up

This unique collection of reading passages about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will encourage reading fluency and comprehension. This includes 7 inspiring text passages about MLK’s family background, the highlights of his life, and his great importance in the US civil rights movement. The reading passages are clearly written, printable, and include questions to test comprehension and close reading skills. This 24-page collection is perfect for Martin Luther King Day or for any social studies or history unit on civil rights.

Although targeted to 5th graders, this resource also includes a 3rd grade level reading passage for those students with less advanced reading skills. 

The stories are:

Martin Luther King Jr. - The Early Years

Martin Luther King Jr.’s Family

The March on Washington

Martin Luther King Jr. Wins the Nobel Prize for Peace

Martin Luther King Jr. - His Final Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Who is Martin Luther King Jr.? (3rd Grade level)

24-page PDF - 7 reading passages, 7 sets of multiple choice questions and 7 corresponding answer keys - All printable