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Warm-up: Reflecting on prominent figures in U.S. history

Introducing the Resource: Viewing MediaStorm's video introducing Nikole Hannah-Jones and The 1619 Project

Reflection: Analyzing a perspective on modern American life centered on the legacy of slavery

Extension Activities:

1. Read essays from the magazine and reflect in writing, presentation, or via visual art. 

2. Undertake an individual research project on a topic new to The 1619 Project.

3. Access ten additional extension activity ideas for The 1619 Project.

 

 

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