Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom

Discover the origins of Juneteenth in this interesting U.S. history worksheet! Learners will read a passage that tells about the end of slavery and the emancipation of enslaved people in Texas in 1865. They will also read about modern traditions and celebrations of Juneteenth. Then, students will answer questions to show their understanding and analysis of the passage. 

Written for middle school students, this worksheet is a great way to learn about U.S. history while also celebrating an important American holiday! Students will also practice reading an informational passage and writing about what they learned. 

Read more about the event that started this holiday in Primary Source Analysis: The Juneteenth Emancipation.