{"product_id":"the-history-of-juneteenth-notable-events-for-young-readers","title":"The History of Juneteenth: Notable Events for Young Readers","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArlisha R. Norwood\u003c\/b\u003e received her Ph.D. in history from Howard University. She has worked for several museums, historic sites, and cultural organizations, including the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum for African American History and Culture. 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A truly beautiful book!\" \n\u003cstrong\u003e--Common Sense Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelebrate the power of freedom in this introduction to Juneteenth for ages 6 to 9.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe History of Juneteenth \u003c\/em\u003eis more than just a story--it's a vivid introduction to one of the most important moments in American history. Designed for young readers ages 6 to 9, this book brings the journey to freedom to life with warmth, honesty, and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by historian Arlisha Norwood, PhD, this children's nonfiction book explains the events of June 19, 1865--when enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free--and how that powerful moment continues to shape the world we live in. Through clear storytelling and rich illustrations, young readers learn not just what happened, but why it matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy kids and educators choose this Juneteenth book: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonest and uplifting storytelling: \u003c\/strong\u003eHelps children understand the impact of slavery and emancipation with language that's truthful but never overwhelming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for developing minds: \u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks down key concepts into easy-to-follow sections with bold visuals and a helpful timeline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInteractive learning: \u003c\/strong\u003eIncludes a quiz and thought-provoking questions to reinforce knowledge and spark reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for introducing kids to African American history, this book is ideal for Juneteenth, Black History Month, classroom libraries, or any family wanting to raise informed and compassionate young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eNorwood, Arlisha, PhD\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArlisha R. 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