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Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Texas learned of their freedom—two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. As a federal holiday, Juneteenth provides an opportunity to teach young children about freedom, history, and cultural appreciation in a way that is engaging and age-appropriate. Here are several ways to celebrate Juneteenth in early childhood education (ECE). Teaching Juneteenth Through Storytelling Books and storytelling...