Papa’s Free Day Party
Papa’s Free Day Party by Marilyn Nelson, published by Just Us Books, Incorporated in 2021, is a 34-page book that explores the significance of family and storytelling. The narrative follows Johnnie as she seeks to celebrate her Papa’s birthday, despite his uncertainty about the exact date. Through her journey, Johnnie uncovers her father’s childhood in the all-Black town of Boley, Oklahoma, which inspires her to create a unique celebration that honors her father’s freedom.
Readers will find a heartfelt exploration of family relationships and the power of personal history within this book. The story highlights themes of biography and the importance of recognizing one’s heritage. This edition, presented in English, invites readers to reflect on the connections between past and present, emphasizing the strength found in family bonds and shared narratives.
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Johnnie wants to celebrate her Papa’s birthday, but Papa doesn’t know exactly when that special day is. Johnnie doesn’t understand how that could be. Then she learns about Papa’s childhood–how he built a new life in the all-Black town of Boley, Oklahoma. Inspired by her father’s incredible story, Johnnie decides to throw Papa a different kind of party–one to recognize her Father’s Day of freedom. Based on a true story about the author’s grandfather, Papa’s Free Day Party is a powerful celebration of storytelling, strength, and the importance of family. Th book’s author, Marilyn Nelson, is the author of the memoir How I Discovered Poetry, written in a series of 50 poems. It is a Coretta Scott King Honor Book and was named on of NPR’s Best Books of 2014. She was Poet Laureate of Connecticut from 2001 to 2006.
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