Juneteenth - (Celebrations & Festivals) by Tonya Abari (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Discover the joy and meaning of Juneteenth, a very special celebration that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.

Jeremiah and his family are preparing to honor Freedom Day, join them to learn more about how and why it is celebrated.

Embark on a journey of learning and discovery with Celebrations & Festivals: Juneteenth, a beautifully illustrated, narrative non-fiction picture book designed for children. This engaging and informative book takes young readers through the history and significance of Freedom Day, told with a gentle, age-appropriate voice.

Jeremiah is excited for Juneteenth, but first he want to show how he and his family honor their culture and history all year round. Join them as they work on community projects, visit historic landmarks, learn about Black history, and celebrate the achievements and contributions of African Americans.

When June 19th arrives, they pray and thank their ancestors, fly special flags, make yummy Juneteenth recipes, and attend the big parade in town. They it's back home for a party, where they celebrate with music, dancing, and laughter. There's a big BBQ, southern soul food, and lots of treats, including Jeremiah's delicious red velvet cupcakes! In the evening they go to watch the fireworks in their neighborhood and wish each other a happy Freedom Day.

• Follow young relatable characters and their parents as they honor their culture and history and celebrate Juneteenth, radiating Black joy and championing community.

• Learn about important people and events that shaped Black history.

• Write your own freedom song and create your own freedom flag.

• Bake some delicious tea cakes for your Juneteenth celebrations.

• Contains 16 pages of extra non-fiction content, including history, crafts, recipes, activities, and a quiz that bring the learning experience to life, encouraging young minds to engage with and understand the importance of Juneteenth.

Perfect for families, educators, and young readers, this book is a celebration of Black joy.

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About the Author

Tonya Abari is a multigenre storyteller for both children and adults. She is the author of many celebrated books for children, including Locs, Not Dreads; Let's Celebrate Juneteenth; and My Hair, My Crown. Tonya's words for adults have appeared in Essence, USA Today, AllRecipes, Good Housekeeping, AARP, Parents, PBS Kids, and many more. Tonya lives and writes in Nashville, Tennessee, where she can be found reading, visiting historic landmarks, or frolicking in and around town with her spouse and children, all whose names also begin with "T".