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This Lesson 1: Journaling with Songs of Freedom lesson plan also includes:
There's more to music than a memorable tune. The songs of those who were enslaved reveal the harsh realities of their lives. Using both songs and slave narratives, historians uncover this hidden history. The lesson incorporates a variety of activities, including listening exercises and writing prompts.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use as an introductory activity to talk about the lives of enslaved people in America
Classroom Considerations
- First in a six-part Freedom is Coming series
- Lesson requires use of a mentioned CD set or other recordings of the songs in the activity
Pros
- Lesson integrates a number of skills
- Primary sources focus on the words of enslaved people
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- None