The last Juneteenth children’s book on this list is Freedom’s Gifts: A Juneteenth Story. Soon, they arrive at their destination, and Cassie finally begins to feel in place as she enjoys the Juneteenth celebrations.įreedom’s Gifts: A Juneteenth Story by Valerie Wesley Once the food was ready, Cassie and her family all pile into the car, holding the dishes in their laps. Then, her mother picks out a beautiful calico dress for Cassie to wear. Her Aunt Bet walks in with a ham that she needs to cook. One day, she enters the kitchen to find her parents planning a special surprise. When Cassandra moves with her family back to her parents’ hometown, she doesn’t immediately feel at home. Juneteenth Jamboree by Carole Boston Weatherford Mazie’s father tells her that now it’s her turn to celebrate this special day just like her Great-great-great-grandpa Mose did. They went on to continue to fight for equality. Even though they were free, they still weren’t treated as equal. When they found out that their freedom was granted, they danced, cheered, and celebrated into the night. Often, he and the other slaves would dream of their freedom. Mazie’s father then explains that Grandpa Mose was a slave. Her father tells her that tomorrow they will be celebrating a very special holiday, one that commemorates the day her Great-great-great-grandpa Mose crossed into liberty. Mazie doesn’t like being told “no.” One night, she is upset about not being able to have a cookie, play outside, and stay up late.

The author also includes an informational section about Juneteenth at the end of the book. Using vivid watercolor illustrations, this book tells the story of the day a young girl finds out that slavery has ended.

The first Juneteenth children’s book on this list is All Different Now: Juneteenth, the First Day of Freedom. Your kids will love these Juneteenth read alouds! They are great for celebrating Juneteenth, but can be read any time of the year! All Different Now: Juneteenth, the First Day of Freedom by Angela Johnson

family involvement at home and in schoolīelow are 4 quality Juneteenth children’s books for elementary teachers.

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING IN THE CLASSROOM.

organizing classroom supplies and teaching materials.

teacher time management and productivity.

All different now by angela johnson