Tomorrow (June 19) is Juneteenth…
A number of writers of color have noted that, when teaching kids about racism, talk about violence and oppression, but don’t dwell too much on that. Also celebrate diversity, and read books with kids of color doing normal, fun things. And what’s more fun than celebrating a holiday like Juneteenth?!?!!
Here are seven superb books for kids about Juneteenth!
for Christians
Juneteenth
Vaunda Micheaux Nelson Drew Nelson
“[The] understated narrative draws children in with a dramatization of Galveston slaves receiving the long-delayed news, followed by powerful accounts of the history of slavery, the Civil War, and the incremental emancipation process. Schroder’s pastel illustrations can appear muddy, but at their best, leaping, embracing figures convey the resilience and rejoicing of celebrants then and now. Information about Juneteenth traditions–such as red velvet cake and red soda pop as symbols of bloodshed in the battle for freedom–will help young readers plan jubilees of their own.” – Booklist
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