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Juneteenth

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Juneteenth is a Federal holiday in the United States, commemorating the news of the Emancipation Proclamation reaching enslaved Black Americans in Texas on June 19, 1865. It is also a day when African-American culture is celebrated with readings of the Emancipation Proclamation, singing of traditional songs, readings by prominant Black Authors, rodeos, street fairs, cookouts, and family reunions. This list is mixed youth and adult titles; books, ebooks, and DVD.

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On Juneteenth

On Juneteenth

by Gordon-Reed, Annette

Book - 2021

"The essential, sweeping story of Juneteenth's integral importance to American history, as told by a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and Texas native." "The essential, sweeping story of Juneteenth's integral importance to American history, as told by a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and Texas native." Show less

"The essential, sweeping story of Juneteenth's integral importance to American history, as told by a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and Texas native." "The essential, sweeping story of Juneteenth's integral importance to American history, as told by a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and Texas native." Show less

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Watermelon & Red Birds

Watermelon & Red Birds

A Cookbook for Juneteenth and Black Celebrations

by Taylor, Nicole A.

Book - 2022

"The very first cookbook to celebrate Juneteenth, from food writer and cookbook author Nicole A. Taylor--who draws on her decade of experiences observing the holiday." "The very first cookbook to celebrate Juneteenth, from food writer and cookbook author Nicole A. Taylor--who draws on her decade of experiences observing the holiday." Show less

"The very first cookbook to celebrate Juneteenth, from food writer and cookbook author Nicole A. Taylor--who draws on her decade of experiences observing the holiday." "The very first cookbook to celebrate Juneteenth, from food writer and cookbook author Nicole A. Taylor--who draws on her decade of experiences observing the holiday." Show less

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What Is Juneteenth?

What Is Juneteenth?

by Jewel, Kirsti

Book - 2022

A Middle Grade book explaining what Juneteenth is, how it started, and why it is celebrated. A Middle Grade book explaining what Juneteenth is, how it started, and why it is celebrated. Show less

A Middle Grade book explaining what Juneteenth is, how it started, and why it is celebrated. A Middle Grade book explaining what Juneteenth is, how it started, and why it is celebrated. Show less

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Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free

Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free

The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth

by Duncan, Alice Faye

Book - 2021

"Featuring the illustrations of New York Times bestselling illustrator Keturah A. Bobo (I am Enough), Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free celebrate...Show more "Featuring the illustrations of New York Times bestselling illustrator Keturah A. Bobo (I am Enough), Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free celebrates the life and legacy of a modern-day Black leader while sharing a message of hope, unity, joy, and strength" Show less

"Featuring the illustrations of New York Times bestselling illustrator Keturah A. Bobo (I am Enough), Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free celebrate...Show more "Featuring the illustrations of New York Times bestselling illustrator Keturah A. Bobo (I am Enough), Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free celebrates the life and legacy of a modern-day Black leader while sharing a message of hope, unity, joy, and strength" Show less

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Miss Juneteenth

Miss Juneteenth

DVD - 2021

"A former beauty queen prepares her rebellious daughter for the Miss Juneteenth pageant." "A former beauty queen prepares her rebellious daughter for the Miss Juneteenth pageant." Show less

"A former beauty queen prepares her rebellious daughter for the Miss Juneteenth pageant." "A former beauty queen prepares her rebellious daughter for the Miss Juneteenth pageant." Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

A Novel

by Ellison, Ralph

eBook - 2000

"The story of a black man who passes for white and becomes a race-baiting U.S. senator. When he is shot on the Senate floor, the first visitor in hos...Show more "The story of a black man who passes for white and becomes a race-baiting U.S. senator. When he is shot on the Senate floor, the first visitor in hospital is a black musician-turned-preacher who raised him. As the two men talk, their respective stories come out. An unfinished novel by the author of Invisible Man." Show less

"The story of a black man who passes for white and becomes a race-baiting U.S. senator. When he is shot on the Senate floor, the first visitor in hos...Show more "The story of a black man who passes for white and becomes a race-baiting U.S. senator. When he is shot on the Senate floor, the first visitor in hospital is a black musician-turned-preacher who raised him. As the two men talk, their respective stories come out. An unfinished novel by the author of Invisible Man." Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

by Nelson, Vaunda Micheaux

eBook - 2021

" Every year, people all over the United States come together on June 19th to celebrate the end of slavery. Join in the celebration of Juneteenth, a day to remember and honor freedom for all people. " Every year, people all over the United States come together on June 19th to celebrate the end of slavery. Join in the celebration of Juneteenth, a day to remember and honor freedom for all people. Show less

" Every year, people all over the United States come together on June 19th to celebrate the end of slavery. Join in the celebration of Juneteenth, a day to remember and honor freedom for all people. " Every year, people all over the United States come together on June 19th to celebrate the end of slavery. Join in the celebration of Juneteenth, a day to remember and honor freedom for all people. Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

by Winn, Kevin P.

eBook - 2021

"The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education...Show more "The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Juneteenth explores the history around the celebration in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way." Show less

"The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education...Show more "The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Juneteenth explores the history around the celebration in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way." Show less

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

by Crayton, Lisa A.

eBook - 2021

"Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Across the country, people observe the day with speeches, poetry rea...Show more "Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Across the country, people observe the day with speeches, poetry readings, festivals, picnics, street fairs, and family reunions. It is a day for people to come together and continue working toward equality. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways." Show less

"Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Across the country, people observe the day with speeches, poetry rea...Show more "Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Across the country, people observe the day with speeches, poetry readings, festivals, picnics, street fairs, and family reunions. It is a day for people to come together and continue working toward equality. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways." Show less

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Build A House

Build A House

by Giddens, Rhiannon

Book - 2022

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Juneteenth

Juneteenth

by Koestler-Grack, Rachel A.

eBook - 2019

"This engaging book teaches the fascinating origins and traditions of Juneteenth, honoring the freedom of African Americans." "This engaging book teaches the fascinating origins and traditions of Juneteenth, honoring the freedom of African Americans." Show less

"This engaging book teaches the fascinating origins and traditions of Juneteenth, honoring the freedom of African Americans." "This engaging book teaches the fascinating origins and traditions of Juneteenth, honoring the freedom of African Americans." Show less

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Juneteenth: el fin de la esclavitud en texas (juneteenth)

Juneteenth: el fin de la esclavitud en texas (juneteenth)

by Leeper, Angela

eBook - 2020

"Readers will learn about the history of the holiday as well as how it is celebrated today." In Spanish. "Readers will learn about the history of the holiday as well as how it is celebrated today." In Spanish. Show less

"Readers will learn about the history of the holiday as well as how it is celebrated today." In Spanish. "Readers will learn about the history of the holiday as well as how it is celebrated today." In Spanish. Show less

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Juneteenth for Mazie

Juneteenth for Mazie

by Cooper, Floyd

eBook - 2015

"Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth." "Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth." Show less

"Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth." "Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth." Show less

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Envisioning Emancipation

Envisioning Emancipation

Black Americans and the End of Slavery

by Willis, Deborah

Book - 2013

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Freedom National

Freedom National

The Destruction of Slavery in the United States, 1861-1865

by Oakes, James

Book - 2013

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Forever Free

Forever Free

The Story of Emancipation and Reconstruction

by Foner, Eric

Downloadable Audiobook - 2020

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Grace

Grace

A Novel

by Deón, Natashia

Book - 2016

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Black Ghost of Empire

Black Ghost of Empire

The Long Death of Slavery and the Failure of Emancipation

by Manjapra, Kris

Book - 2022

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Illusions of Emancipation

Illusions of Emancipation

The Pursuit of Freedom and Equality in the Twilight of Slavery

by Reidy, Joseph P.

eBook - 2019

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Jubilee

Jubilee

by Walker, Margaret

eBook - 2016

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She Came to Slay

She Came to Slay

The Life and Times of Harriet Tubman

by Dunbar, Erica Armstrong

Book - 2019

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Meet Addy

Meet Addy

An American Girl

by Porter, Connie Rose

Book - 1993

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A Slave No More

A Slave No More

Two Men Who Escaped to Freedom : Including Their Own Narratives of Emancipation

by Blight, David W.

eBook - 2009

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The Slave's Cause

The Slave's Cause

A History of Abolition

by Sinha, Manisha

eBook - 2016

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Crossing Ebenezer Creek

Crossing Ebenezer Creek

by Bolden, Tonya

Book - 2017

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