The Juneteenth Alphabet - (Holiday ABCs) by Andrea Underwood Petifer (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Celebrate Juneteenth with this heartfelt introduction for kids ages 3 to 6. A is for ancestors, and B is for Black. There is a complex history behind Juneteenth-but in The Juneteenth Alphabet, kids (and adults) can find celebratory moments of joy and inspiration as they learn about the origins and traditions of this day of freedom (for all!). Includes a glossary of important words and a list of websites for further reading"--

Book Synopsis

Celebrate Juneteenth with this heartfelt introduction for kids ages 3 to 6.

A is for ancestors, and B is for Black. There is a complex history behind Juneteenth--but in The Juneteenth Alphabet, kids (and adults) can find celebratory moments of joy and inspiration as they learn about the origins and traditions of this day of freedom (for all!). Includes a glossary of key terms and a list of websites for further reading.

Review Quotes

"Very informative...Parents can share this book over and over again, explaining the past while teaching their children the importance of treating all people the same." -- Good Reads with Ronna

"The Juneteenth Alphabet is loaded with history and details and serves as a great introduction to the origins and purpose of the Juneteenth holiday. " -- The Citizen-Times

"A joy to read, while maintaining the picture book's informative mission." -- BookPage

"A perfect pick when educating youngsters on the facts, figures, and deeper meanings of Juneteenth" -- Bookstr

"A wonderfully comprehensive book" -- Pick of the Literature Column

"Kids who love to celebrate Juneteenth will enjoy the narrative inside this book, and children who are just learning about the holiday will get a nice, rounded education for it here....If your family has Juneteenth plans this summer, you'll want THE JUNETEENTH ALPHABET." -- Terri Schlichenmeyer (The Bookworm Sez column)

"[An] informative text for elementary students to gain exposure not only to Juneteenth but also to equality, diversity, and acceptance." -- School Library Journal