Teach students about the history and importance of Juneteenth with this engaging Juneteenth informational text and reading comprehension activity for 4th grade! This printable nonfiction resource includes a double-sided reading passage, short answer comprehension questions, an open-ended writing response, and a complete answer key.

Students will learn about the Emancipation Proclamation, the events of June 19, 1865, African American history, freedom celebrations, and the meaning of Juneteenth while practicing important nonfiction reading comprehension skills.

Perfect for:

• Juneteenth classroom activities
• June reading comprehension lessons
• Black history and social studies integration
• Independent work
• Literacy centers
• Homework
• Sub plans
• Upper elementary holiday activities

This resource supports:

• Informational text comprehension
• Main idea and details
• Text evidence
• Writing skills
• Social studies connections
• Critical thinking

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