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What Is Juneteenth, and Why Is It so Important? Instructional VideoWhat Is Juneteenth, and Why Is It so Important? Instructional Video
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TED-Ed
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6th - 12th
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What Is Juneteenth, and Why Is It so Important?

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A short TEDEd video details the history of Juneteenth celebrations, the events of June 19, 1865, and the importance of Juneteenth celebrations.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the emancipation proclamation, slavery, african american history, american history, racism, the united states civil war, civil war, lynching, jim crow laws, civil rights

Instructional Ideas

  • Have class members craft a letter to elected officials urging them to declare June 19 a National Holiday
  • Include in a study of the American Civil War, slavery, the Emancipation Proclamation, or national holidays

Classroom Considerations

  • Part of the TEDEd "Things They Don't Teach in School (But Should)" series

Pros

  • Includes a comprehension check, links to related resources, and discussion questions

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.3 SL.11-12.3

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