The Story Behind Juneteenth

by Jack Reader

Overview

Juneteenth, which is celebrated each year on June 19th, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. This holiday began in 1865, more than two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. News spread much slower back then, and when slaves in Texas finally learned of their freedom, the holiday was born. In this book, readers are given an in-depth look at the history of Juneteenth, including the events leading up to its creation. Readers will love learning about how this important moment in U.S. history is celebrated each year.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781725300545
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2019
Series:	Holiday Histories Series
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

Table of Contents

June 19 4

Slavery in the United States 6

The Emancipation Proclamation 10

Juneteenth! 12

A Forgotten Holiday 16

Celebrating Freedom 20

On the Rise 22

Glossary 23

Index 24

Websites 24