 | Juneteenth (History Of Holidays And Festivals) Author: Clinch, Shasta | |
| Price: $19.46 | ||
Summary:
In the United States, Black people were enslaved for hundreds of years. In 1863, during the American Civil War, many enslaved people were freed. On June 19, 1865, enslaved people in Texas heard the news that they were free for the first time. On Juneteenth, people celebrate this day with parades, barbecues, protests, and other activities. This title explores the holiday's past, present, and future.
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 6.00 Points: 1.0 Quiz: 522243 |
Reviews:
Booklist (09/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 09/01/2024 These selections from the History of Holidays and Festivals series (8 titles) dive into the meaning and history behind cultural and religious celebrations. For each, discrete chapters cover what the day symbolizes, its history and origin, and past and present observances. The straightforward text is supported by sidebars, graphics, charts, graphs, and full-color photos. Critical-thinking prompts encourage compare-and-contrast activities, digging deeper into topics, and writing exercises. Juneteenth focuses on the history of slavery in North America. The initial chapter describes holiday observances, including the iconic Galveston Freedom Walk, and subsequent chapters address the transatlantic slave trade, the Civil War, the civil rights movement, and the establishment of Juneteenth as a national holiday in 2021. All titles include time lines, glossaries, and brief bibliographies, which should please report writers. These offer timely updates for holiday collections. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
