Are you ready to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day? We’ve got something exciting for you – Introducing our FREE Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Pages! There are eight lovely designs for you to download and enjoy!
These coloring pages are an excellent way for kids to learn about the inspiring life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
As they color, they can explore his important messages of peace, equality, and hope. This is such a fun and educational activity for the holiday.
What is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
Martin Luther King Day is a special American federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of January every year in the United States. It’s a day when we honor the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and remember what a remarkable and great man he was. MLK Day is when we think about the big difference he made to our world and the advancement of civil rights.
Who Was Martin Luther King Jr.?
Before we dive into coloring fun, let’s learn a little bit about the incredible man behind Martin Luther King Jr. Day!
Martin Luther King Jr. was a very important person in American history. He was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia.That means he would have celebrated his birthday around the same time we celebrate his special day!
He was an American pastor, which means he was a leader in his church. And he was renowned for being a brilliant and kind-hearted civil rights leader. He was a champion for the african-american civil rights movement and wanted equality for all people, no matter their skin color. This made him an inspiration to many people because he truly believed in peace and love as a way to make the world a much better place.
What Was Martin Luther King Jr. Famous For?
Martin Luther King Jr. had a wonderful dream of social justice. He wanted a world where everyone was treated with kindness and respect, no matter the color of their skin.
So he fought against unfair laws and rules that kept people apart because of their race. He fought for equality peacefully through powerful speeches and peaceful protests.
He became famous for being a leader in the fight for equal rights for all people, no matter the color of their skin.
What Was Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream?
He had a dream that one day, everyone would be treated equally and fairly. He wanted all children, no matter where they came from, to be able to hold hands and play together without anyone telling them they couldn’t.
He spent his life fighting to make this dream come true by speaking to people, leading peaceful protests, and always teaching about love and understanding.
How Martin Luther King Jr. Died
Sadly, MLK’s life ended far too soon when we was assassinated on April 4th, 1968. He was only 39 years old. It was a very sad loss but the legacy of Dr King lives on through all of us.
His work continues to inspire people throughout the world right to this very day and we celebrate his life and his vision every year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Martin Luther King Jr. Color By Number Coloring Sheets
These MLK color by number printables are super special because not only are they lots of fun but they are a great way to help us learn about the life of this important historical figure too.
While they are coloring and enjoying this fun activity, kids of all ages can think about the life of Dr Martin Luther King Jr. and his message of peace, love and equality. We can also think about how we can be kind, fair, and loving to everyone around us, just like he wanted. His message is just as important today as it was when he was alive.
Each section of the coloring pages has a number that matches a color. When you’ve filled in all the sections with the right color, you’ll have a beautiful Martin Luther King Jr.inspired piece of art.
So, grab your crayons, markers, or color pencils, and get ready to color!
8 Different MLK Day Coloring Pages
Below, you can either download the free coloring pages individually or scroll to the end of this post and fill in a short form to get the whole set sent straight to your inbox for FREE.
Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 1
This picture shows a hand with a fist in the air. It means being strong together and fighting for what is right, just like Martin Luther King Jr. did.
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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 2
In this coloring page, two fingers are held up to make a ‘V’. It’s a sign for peace, showing that we can solve problems without fighting, which is what Dr. King wanted.
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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 3
The dove in this printable coloring page is a bird that represents peace. This coloring page reminds us that Dr. King wanted everyone to live together happily and without fighting.
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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 4
This is a special sign that looks like a circle with lines inside. It also means peace and reminds us that Dr. King wanted a world where everyone is safe and happy.
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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 5
This color by number page has the word “Dream”. It reminds us of one of Dr. King’s famous quotes “I have a dream” from a speech where he talked about his dream of a world where everyone is treated nicely, no matter what they look like.
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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 6
The word ‘peace’ in this Martin Luther King coloring page what he wanted for everyone. It means living together without being mean or hurting each other.
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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 7
This MLK coloring page has hands of many colors. It shows that all people,can be friends and work together, no matter what color their skin, just like Dr. King dreamed.
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Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Sheet 8
This is a picture of Martin Luther King Jr. waving. It shows him as a friendly leader who taught us to be kind and fair to everyone.
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How to Get Your Free Printable Martin Luther King Jr Coloring Pages
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Books for Learning About Martin Luther King Jr.
- Who Was Martin Luther King Jr.?
- I am Martin Luther King Jr.
- The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.: A Biography Book for New Readers
- My Little Golden Book About Martin Luther King Jr.