The Story of Juneteenth

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.

Author: Dorena Williamson
Publisher: Worthy Kids
Published: 05/03/2022
Pages: 24
Binding Type: Board Book
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 6.40h x 6.00w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781546002161
Audience: Baby-Preschool


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2022
School Library Journal 06/01/2022 pg. 57

About the Author

Dorena Williamson is the best-selling author of ColorFull (B&H Kids), The Celebration Place (IVP Kids), and Crowned With Glory (WaterBrook). She is a longtime bridge-builder and co-planter of Strong Tower Bible Church, a multicultural faith community in Nashville, TN. Dorena is married to Dr. Chris Williamson and they have four children.