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Daily News Lesson January 09 2025

Remembering the extraordinary life of former President Jimmy Carter

Former President Jimmy Carter, who went on to become the longest-living American president in history, died Dec. 29, at 100
Singer Aretha Franklin performs at the Candie's Foundation 10th anniversary "Event to Prevent" benefit in New York
Daily News Lesson August 16 2018

Talk with your students about Aretha Franklin: They all know the Queen of Soul
Legendary singer Aretha Franklin, the 'Queen of Soul,' died at her home in Detroit on August 16, 2018, at the age of 76. Use this NewsHour lesson to find out what it is about the Queen of Soul that makes both young and old dance and sing along to her music.

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