“I Have a Dream” Inspired Classroom Activity - SDG 10

This is a ready-to-teach, cross-curricular lesson for Primary 5–6 (9–11-year-olds) inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. Pupils will explore fairness, equality, and reduced inequalities (SDG 10) through reading, discussion, writing, and a creative illustration activity.

What’s included:

• A child-friendly version of I Have a Dream speech
• 3 whole class comprehension questions
• Instructions for a partner/choral reading activity
• A speech bubble creative activity: pupils, in pairs, write and illustrate their own dream for a fairer world.
• Starter activity with “Fair or Unfair?” scenarios to introduce inequality
• Plenary instructions for reflection and sharing
• Links to Curriculum for Excellence: Literacy, Social Studies, Health & Wellbeing

Perfect for a 45-60 minute lesson

Learning focus:
Understand Martin Luther King Jr.’s message about fairness and equality
Connect the idea of fairness to SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
Develop literacy skills through reading, discussion, and writing
Encourage creativity, empathy, and social responsibility

This resource is free to download and ready to use in your classroom. Ideal for cross-curricular lessons, global citizenship, or Black History Month activities.