Juneteenth: A Day of Freedom

Learn about the holiday celebrating the end of slavery with this engaging Juneteenth worksheet! First, students will read a passage that tells about the origins of Juneteenth and modern Juneteenth traditions. Then, they will answer a series of questions that will test their comprehension of the passage and have them think about how this holiday connects to their own lives. 

This worksheet is intended for second and third graders learning about U.S. history. As they read, students can better understand the Juneteenth holiday and the end of slavery in the U.S. Learners can also practice their informational reading comprehension skills.

Keep celebrating Juneteenth with the festive Juneteenth Flag Coloring page.