Martin Luther King Day falls on the third Monday in January, and this free printable Martin Luther King activity placemat helps kids settle in and think about his message.
It works for classroom activities leading up to MLK Day, early finishers, sub plans, morning work, the kids’ table at community events, or a quick, quiet activity at home.
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr with simple, age-appropriate reflection helps kids connect ideas like peace, justice, and service to everyday life at school and at home.
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Inside the Martin Luther King Free Printable Activity Page

You can download the free pdf at the bottom of this post.
This one-page activity placemat has a variety of quick activities for mixed ages. Inside you'll find:
- Word search with thoughtful MLK-themed terms
- Word scramble with simple vocabulary for kids
- Small coloring elements: peace sign, dove, heart, flag, and Dr. King
- “Did You Know?” box with a few kid-friendly facts about Martin Luther King
- Clean layout so the activity fits in 10–15 minutes during school rotations or transitions

Pair it with this related printable
MLK Word Search
If your class wants one more quick page, add our MLK Word Search Printable.
More Printable Placemats
This MLK activity sheet keeps kids busy and the table calm while you guide respectful conversation about Martin Luther King Jr.
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