TeachersFirst's Juneteenth Resources
Juneteenth is a holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States. Dating back to June 19, 1865, it commemorates when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce that the Civil War had ended and all enslaved people were now free. Inexcusably, this occurred over two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth became an official federal holiday in 2021, though it had been celebrated informally, especially in African American communities, for over 150 years. For teachers, Juneteenth provides an opportunity to engage students in lessons about the history of slavery, the decades-long fight for emancipation, and the continual journey toward racial equality in America. Recognizing this day allows meaningful discussions about freedom, perseverance, and progress. Use this curated list to learn more about Juneteenth and find resources to share with your students. View our full collection of resources related to Juneteenth here.
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Handmade Holidays - HGTV
Grades
2 to 6
tag(s): christmas (37), crafts (54), holidays (163), Juneteenth (22)
In the Classroom
The third topic is 75 Christmas Crafts for Kids. On an interactive whiteboard or with a projector use Padlet, reviewed here, to choose several of the crafts you and your students think they might enjoy making. Even before having students choose the craft they want to work on, start gathering materials; the materials don't have to be for the craft they are making, but create a "general materials" box, or area in your classroom. Many of the ideas use inexpensive or free materials! For those that don't, think creatively (use paper plates instead of real plates).You and your students may want to plan on walking around the school, they can walk through their neighborhoods to find twigs and such. Perhaps some of the families have old yarn they can donate. Allow individuals and small groups to choose the craft they would like to make.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Civil War Lesson Plans: Elementary - American Battlefield Trust
Grades
3 to 7tag(s): civil war (134), Juneteenth (22), lincoln (60), slavery (75), states (122)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of the free lesson plan ideas and activities in this site. There are printables and PowerPoints to download. Refer to this site if ever looking for activity ideas in a Civil War unit.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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