All Different Now
Experience the joy of Juneteenth in this celebration of freedom from the award-winning team of Angela Johnson and E.B. Lewis.
Through the eyes of one little girl, All Different Now tells the story of the first Juneteenth, the day freedom finally came to the last of the slaves in the South. Since then, the observance of June 19 as African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond. This stunning picture book includes notes from the author and illustrator, a timeline of important dates, and a glossary of relevant terms.
Told in Angela Johnson’s signature melodic style and brought to life by E.B. Lewis’s striking paintings, All Different Now is a joyous portrait of the dawn breaking on the darkest time in our nation’s history.
“Juneteenth Jamboree” by Carole Boston Weatherford
Carole Boston Weatherford takes young readers on an exciting journey in “Juneteenth Jamboree,” where a family gathers to celebrate Juneteenth with music, dance, and fellowship. Through rhythmic verse and vibrant illustrations, the book showcases the cultural significance of Juneteenth and its power to bring communities together. “Juneteenth Jamboree” instills a sense of pride and unity while highlighting the importance of cherishing freedom and honoring African American heritage.
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