June Week Three

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This week we talked about the newest holiday in the United States, Juneteenth.  This led to to a conversation about the history of slavery in the Americas.

Listening:
Learners can try a listening activity explainer about the history of Juneteenth.

For original version listening, check out the highly recommded podcast from the New York Times, 1619.

Reading:
Learners can try an activity from Breaking News English about commemorating the end of the slave trade.

For original version, read the NPR Article called Juneteenth is a sacred holiday.

​Writing:
Pease write a report about slavery in the United States.  What were its origins? Did anything surprise you about what we learned in class?
Best,
Kelly