The Juneteenth Story

With colorful illustrations and a timeline, this introductory history of Juneteenth for kids details the evolution of the holiday commemorating the date the enslaved people of Texas first learned of their freedom​. On June 19, 1865—more than two years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation—the enslaved people of Texas first learned of their freedom. That day became a day of remembrance and celebration that changed and grew from year to year. Learn about the events that led to emancipation and why it took so long for the enslaved people in Texas to hear the news. The first Juneteenth began as “Jubilee Day,” where families celebrated and learned of their new rights as citizens. As Black Texans moved to other parts of the country, they brought their traditions along with them, and Juneteenth continued to grow and develop. Today, Juneteenth’s powerful spirit has endured through the centuries to become an official holiday in the United States in 2021. The Juneteenth Story provides an accessible introduction for kids to learn about this important American holiday.

Introduce little learners to the Juneteenth holiday with this 250-word board book about its origins and traditions. What are the origins of America's newest national holiday? With simple, age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations, this little board book introduces children to the events of June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, to inform the people of Texas that all enslaved people were declared free and the Civil War had ended. The book also connects those events to today's celebrations. Thoroughly researched and historically accurate, The Story of Juneteenth distills a pivotal moment in U.S. history and creates an opportunity for further conversation between parent or caregiver and child.

A simple way to introduce the history of slavery and freedom to children in words they can understand. Ms. Opal highlights the celebration of Juneteenth and its importance for commemorating this milestone in American history.

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.

Juneteenth, which is celebrated each year on June 19th, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. This holiday began in 1865, more than two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. News spread much slower back then, and when slaves in Texas finally learned of their freedom, the holiday was born. In this book, readers are given an in-depth look at the history of Juneteenth, including the events leading up to its creation. Readers will love learning about how this important moment in U.S. history is celebrated each year.

Juneteenth--the day Texan slaves found out they had been freed, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation--is June's favorite holiday. This year, though, her cousin Lillie will be there for the Juneteenth picnic. This could spoil everything, for Lillie has no interest in celebrating this Texas tradition. But great-great Aunt Marshall just may be able to convince Lillie otherwise. Full color.

Juneteenth is usually celebrated on June 19. It honors the day in 1865 when Union troops swept into Galveston, Texas, and told the elated slaves there that they were free. This accessible volume delves into the American Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the events that led to this special holiday for African Americans and everyone who celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Carefully chosen photographs reflect this special commemoration, both in the past and today.

The Emancipation Proclamation and the Civil War have brought an official end to slavery, yet some Southern slave owners are refusing to comply. The road to freedom is still long and hard for many African Americans, but you're not giving up. Will you: Overcome obstacles as you make your way north from Texas, looking to begin a new life of freedom? Seek out your family, from whom you were separated as a child, after emancipation? Fight back when you take work as an apprentice but find that you're still treated as a slave? YOU CHOOSE offers multiple perspectives on history, supporting Common Core reading standards and providing readers a front-row seat to the past.

In 'A Life in Chains,' readers are presented with an anthology that examines the multifaceted experiences of enslavement and the quest for freedom through a range of literary styles that includes narrative essays, autobiographies, and fictional accounts. This collection stands as a testament to the resilience and diversity of the human spirit under oppression. It spans a broad spectrum of American literature, intertwining voices from different periods to highlight the ongoing struggle against injustice. Significantly, it brings together seminal works that have shaped America's literary and historical landscape, offering an unrivaled exploration of its themes. The contributing authors, including Mark Twain, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Frederick Douglass among others, are pivotal figures whose writings have been instrumental in both reflecting and shaping the consciousness of their times. Their collective oeuvre provides a panoramic view of the societal shifts and the evolving discourse on race, liberty, and identity in America. The anthology aligns with key historical and cultural movements, from abolitionism to the Harlem Renaissance, weaving a rich tapestry that celebrates the triumph of the human will over the chains of bondage. 'A Life in Chains' is an invaluable collection for readers who seek to immerse themselves in the depth and diversity of American literary heritage. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the works of renowned authors whose voices converge in a powerful dialogue on freedom, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of man. This anthology is not just a literary endeavor; it is an educational journey that underscores the vibrancy of human resilience and the critical importance of storytelling in forging a collective memory. Readers will find within its pages an enduring legacy of courage, wisdom, and hope that continues to resonate in our present times.

Juneteenth has been touted as a national day celebrating the end of slavery. Observances from coast to coast have turned this event into part of the national conversation about race, slavery, and how Americans understand, acknowledge, and explain what has been called the national “original sin.” But, why Juneteenth? Where did this celebration—which promises to become a national holiday—come from? What is the origin story? What are the facts, and legends, around this important day in the nation’s history? This is the first scholarly book to delve into the history behind Juneteenth. Using decades of research in archives around the nation, this book helps separate myth from reality and tells the story behind the celebration in a way that provides new understanding and appreciation for the event. This book will captivate people interested in the history of emancipation and African American history but also those interested in Civil War and Texas history. As the United States continues to wrestle with race relations and the meaning of full equality, Juneteenth promises to become an important expression of that equality—an Independence Day celebration in its own right, a couple of weeks in advance of the traditional July 4th Holiday. This book will be a welcome addition to classrooms, book clubs and general readers interested in this once obscure regional event now destined for the national spotlight.