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Juneteenth Celebration

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Juneteenth is a holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. The government declared Juneteenth a national holiday in 2021 and it is celebrated on June 19.

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A Juneteenth Poem

by Rolle, Sojourner Kincaid/ Bostic, Alex (ILT)

Book - 2022

A poet and activist presents this deeply emotional picture book in which she traces the solemnity and celebration of Juneteenth, from its 1865 origins in Galveston, Texas, to contemporary observances all over the U.S. A poet and activist presents this deeply emotional picture book in which she traces the solemnity and celebration of Juneteenth, from its 1865 origins in Galveston, Texas, to contemporary observances all over the U.S. Show less

A poet and activist presents this deeply emotional picture book in which she traces the solemnity and celebration of Juneteenth, from its 1865 origins in Galveston, Texas, to contemporary observances all over the U.S. A poet and activist presents this deeply emotional picture book in which she traces the solemnity and celebration of Juneteenth, from its 1865 origins in Galveston, Texas, to contemporary observances all over the U.S. Show less

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The Juneteenth Story

The Juneteenth Story

Celebrating the End of Slavery in the United States

by Agostini, Alliah L.

Book - 2022

The Juneteenth Story is an illustrated history of Juneteenth for kids, detailing its evolution from the first celebration in 1865 until it became a national holiday in 2021. The Juneteenth Story is an illustrated history of Juneteenth for kids, detailing its evolution from the first celebration in 1865 until it became a national holiday in 2021. Show less

The Juneteenth Story is an illustrated history of Juneteenth for kids, detailing its evolution from the first celebration in 1865 until it became a national holiday in 2021. The Juneteenth Story is an illustrated history of Juneteenth for kids, detailing its evolution from the first celebration in 1865 until it became a national holiday in 2021. Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

A Children's Story

by Lee, Opal

Book - 2021

An engaging and captivating way to introduce the history of slavery and freedom to children in words they can understand. An engaging and captivating way to introduce the history of slavery and freedom to children in words they can understand. Show less

An engaging and captivating way to introduce the history of slavery and freedom to children in words they can understand. An engaging and captivating way to introduce the history of slavery and freedom to children in words they can understand. Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

Our Day of Freedom

by Wyeth, Sharon Dennis

Book - 2022

This Step Into Reading, Step 3 history reader teaches youngsters the origin of Juneteenth, an important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. This Step Into Reading, Step 3 history reader teaches youngsters the origin of Juneteenth, an important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. Show less

This Step Into Reading, Step 3 history reader teaches youngsters the origin of Juneteenth, an important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. This Step Into Reading, Step 3 history reader teaches youngsters the origin of Juneteenth, an important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. Show less

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Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free

Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free

The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth

by Duncan, Alice Faye

Book - 2022

The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone will inspire children to be brave and make a difference. ...Show more The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone will inspire children to be brave and make a difference. Growing up in Texas, Opal knew the history of Juneteenth, but she soon discovered that most Americans had never heard of the holiday that represents the nation’s creed of "freedom for all." Show less

The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone will inspire children to be brave and make a difference. ...Show more The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone will inspire children to be brave and make a difference. Growing up in Texas, Opal knew the history of Juneteenth, but she soon discovered that most Americans had never heard of the holiday that represents the nation’s creed of "freedom for all." Show less

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What Is Juneteenth?

What Is Juneteenth?

by Jewel, Kirsti

Book - 2022

Discover more about Juneteenth, the important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. Discover more about Juneteenth, the important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. Show less

Discover more about Juneteenth, the important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. Discover more about Juneteenth, the important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. Show less

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Juneteenth for Mazie

Juneteenth for Mazie

by Cooper, Floyd

eBook - 2015

Mazie is ready to celebrate liberty. She is ready to celebrate freedom. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history. The day her ancestors w...Show more Mazie is ready to celebrate liberty. She is ready to celebrate freedom. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history. The day her ancestors were no longer slaves. Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth. Show less

Mazie is ready to celebrate liberty. She is ready to celebrate freedom. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history. The day her ancestors w...Show more Mazie is ready to celebrate liberty. She is ready to celebrate freedom. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history. The day her ancestors were no longer slaves. Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth. Show less

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Juneteenth Jamboree

Juneteenth Jamboree

by Weatherford, Carole Boston

eBook - 1995

Joining her parents in a community celebration of Juneteenth, Cassie learns about the day when slaves in Texas were freed some two years after the Emancipation Proclamation and wonders why the news took so long to reach them. Joining her parents in a community celebration of Juneteenth, Cassie learns about the day when slaves in Texas were freed some two years after the Emancipation Proclamation and wonders why the news took so long to reach them. Show less

Joining her parents in a community celebration of Juneteenth, Cassie learns about the day when slaves in Texas were freed some two years after the Emancipation Proclamation and wonders why the news took so long to reach them. Joining her parents in a community celebration of Juneteenth, Cassie learns about the day when slaves in Texas were freed some two years after the Emancipation Proclamation and wonders why the news took so long to reach them. Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

by Nelson, Drew

eBook - 2020

Describes how the holiday of Juneteenth began and discusses its traditions, symbols, how the holiday has changed and and how it is observed today. Describes how the holiday of Juneteenth began and discusses its traditions, symbols, how the holiday has changed and and how it is observed today. Show less

Describes how the holiday of Juneteenth began and discusses its traditions, symbols, how the holiday has changed and and how it is observed today. Describes how the holiday of Juneteenth began and discusses its traditions, symbols, how the holiday has changed and and how it is observed today. Show less

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Celebrating Juneteenth

Celebrating Juneteenth

by Shaffer, Jody Jensen

Book - 2022

Juneteenth, also called Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth, also called Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Show less

Juneteenth, also called Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth, also called Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Show less

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All Different Now

All Different Now

Juneteenth, the First Day of Freedom

by Johnson, Angela

Picture Book - 2014

Through the eyes of one little girl, this stunning picture book by an award-winning team tells the story of the first Juneteenth, the day freedom came to ...Show more Through the eyes of one little girl, this stunning picture book by an award-winning team tells the story of the first Juneteenth, the day freedom came to the last of the slaves in the South. Includes notes from the author and illustrator, a timeline of important dates, and a glossary of relevant terms. Show less

Through the eyes of one little girl, this stunning picture book by an award-winning team tells the story of the first Juneteenth, the day freedom came to ...Show more Through the eyes of one little girl, this stunning picture book by an award-winning team tells the story of the first Juneteenth, the day freedom came to the last of the slaves in the South. Includes notes from the author and illustrator, a timeline of important dates, and a glossary of relevant terms. Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

by Winn, Kevin P.

Book - 2022

Explores, in a comprehensive, honest and age-appropriate way, moments and eras in America’s history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Explores, in a comprehensive, honest and age-appropriate way, moments and eras in America’s history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Show less

Explores, in a comprehensive, honest and age-appropriate way, moments and eras in America’s history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Explores, in a comprehensive, honest and age-appropriate way, moments and eras in America’s history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

by Dolbear, Emily J.

Book - 2021

Learn the basics about Juneteenth, also called Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, and how the holiday celebrates the emancipation of slaves in the United States. Learn the basics about Juneteenth, also called Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, and how the holiday celebrates the emancipation of slaves in the United States. Show less

Learn the basics about Juneteenth, also called Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, and how the holiday celebrates the emancipation of slaves in the United States. Learn the basics about Juneteenth, also called Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, and how the holiday celebrates the emancipation of slaves in the United States. Show less

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Hidden Black History

Hidden Black History

From Juneteenth to Redlining

by Green, Amanda Jackson

Book - 2021

From Juneteenth to the Tulsa Race Massacre, many important moments in Black American history have not been taught in schools or covered in the media. Discover these events and how they are remembered in the Black community today. From Juneteenth to the Tulsa Race Massacre, many important moments in Black American history have not been taught in schools or covered in the media. Discover these events and how they are remembered in the Black community today. Show less

From Juneteenth to the Tulsa Race Massacre, many important moments in Black American history have not been taught in schools or covered in the media. Discover these events and how they are remembered in the Black community today. From Juneteenth to the Tulsa Race Massacre, many important moments in Black American history have not been taught in schools or covered in the media. Discover these events and how they are remembered in the Black community today. Show less

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Juneteenth, Celebrating Freedom

Juneteenth, Celebrating Freedom

by Dyke, Julian Van

eBook - 2020

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