Juneteenth: Reading Passage & Comprehension Questions & Primary Source Analysis

Updated for distance learning! In this two-page close reading passage, your students will come away with an understanding of the significance and history behind Juneteenth, as well as compare and contrast this celebration of independence with the Fourth of July. In addition, your students will have the opportunity to analyze primary source images using the step by step analysis sheet included. This resource is perfect for a Civil War or Reconstruction unit, or for the end of the year.

What's Included:

- Teacher Lesson Plan

- Annotate the Text Reference Sheet

- 2 Page Reading Passage

- Comprehension Questions

- 3 Primary Source Images to Analyze (1 artist work, 2 photos)

- Step By Step Analysis Sheet

- Answer Key

- Google Slides Access (complete digitally!)

Google Slides Compatible:

This resource has been updated for distance learning. Within the PDF you will find a link to open in Google Slides. I have set this up with clickable features that students can copy/paste in order to annotate the text. Text boxes are set up for students to type their responses to the comprehension questions. I have also included the primary source analysis activity. You may want to assign students a specific partner for this activity.

If you have questions prior to purchasing, I can be reached directly at michellemcdonald9515@gmail.com

Thank you! Have a blessed day.

Michelle McDonald, B.A.E.

Social Studies Education, K-12

Elementary Education K-8

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