Bell ringer- How long did slavery last in America? In the history of the United States of America, slavery lasted from 1500 to 1865 upon the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation and that would make a total of over 300 years too long. The signing of the Emancipation Proclamation did not free all slaves, the document only freed slaves in 9 out of 10 state in slavery continued for two more years.

Does slavery still happen in the world today? Yes! Slavery still exists today. Whether it is called human trafficking, forced labor, it is present worldwide, including within the United States An estimated 12 - 27 million people are caught in one or another form of slavery. Between 600,000 and 800,000 are trafficked internationally, with as many as 17,500 people trafficked into the United States. Nearly three out of every four victims are women. Half of modern-day slaves are children.

Ch 12 sec 2 page 422 What is the Underground railroad? Who is Frederick Douglass? Who is William Lloyd Garrison? Who is Harriet Tubman? What states were first to pass a law ending slavery? Define abolitionist.

Quilts communication Each group will create a quilt square. Your group will present the meaning of your square to the class.

Writing assignment Review what life was like for a slave Ch 11 sec 3 page 396. Consider what freedom would mean to a slave. Imagine you are a slave dreaming of freedom. Draw a picture that represents freedom. Then write 10-15 sentences about how life would be if you were free. (example)

Extra time Presentations of evolution on technology

Monkey Wrench - Meant for them to gather tools needed for a long journey; both mental and physical, as in memory, food, knife, etc. For piecing instructions, Monkey Wrench.

North Star - Meant for them to follow the north star.

Wagon Wheel Meant for them to load the wagon, or prepare to board the wagon to begin the escape.

Drunkard's Path Block Meant for them to create a zig-zag path and not to walk in a straight line so to avoid pursuers in this area.

Sailboat Block Meant for them to take the sailboat across the Great Lakes.

Birds in the Air Block Meant for them to follow the birds in the air.

Bow Tie Block - Meant for them to dress in disguise, or put on a change of clothes.

Log Cabin Block - A secret symbol that could be drawn on the ground indicating that a person is safe to talk to. It also advises seeking shelter.

Bear Paw Meant for them to take a mountain trail, out of view and follow the path made by bear tracks. The tracks would lead them to water and food.