5th grade learned about the history of spirituals, the underground railroad, & the creation (cause and effect) and purpose of code songs. The performed "Swing Low" and improvisation solos on Maya Angelou's "Still I'll Rise."

History: Causation and Argumentation

SS.H.3.5: Explain probable causes and effects of events and developments in U.S. history

Music: Performance

Pr6.1.5a: Perform music alone, or with others, with expression, technical accuracy, and appropriate interpretation.