Book cover for The Juneteenth Story : Celebrating The End Of Slavery In The United States

The Juneteenth Story : Celebrating The End Of Slavery In The United States

Publisher: becker&mayer! books
ISBN13: 9780760375143
Format: VOICEText
Description
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.
Publisher becker&mayer! books
ISBN10 0760375143
ISBN13 9780760375143
Number of Pages 32
File Size EP-24MB
Shelf Number NF496
Grade Range 1 - 4
Ages 6 - 9
Format EPub Download, Voice Text