Freedom Celebration: a Juneteenth Party
Freedom Celebration: a Juneteenth Party by Angela Dalton is a Level 3 I Can Read book published by HarperCollins Publishers on May 6, 2025. This 32-page book presents the history and significance of Juneteenth through the experiences of Gloria and her family as they celebrate this important holiday with a barbeque featuring traditional red foods and drinks.
Readers will find an engaging introduction to Juneteenth, as Gloria and Grandma Daisy explain the meaning behind Freedom Day. The book combines elements of history and family, making it suitable for early independent readers. Accompanied by Keisha Morris’s illustrations, this title offers a lively depiction of both past and present celebrations, highlighting the cultural importance of this patriotic holiday in the United States.
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Gloria and her relatives celebrate Juneteenth and share the history and significance of this freedom celebration in a Level 3 I Can Read.
The Morris family celebrates Juneteenth together every year with a barbeque including red food and drinks. Gloria and Grandma Daisy explain why Juneteenth is called Freedom Day and why we celebrate this important date.
Angela Dalton’s explanation of Juneteenth through the lively voice of young Gloria makes this I Can Read an accessible, engaging introduction to this national holiday. Keisha Morris’s pitch-perfect illustrations of both our past and present perfectly capture this freedom celebration. This Level Three I Can Read book focuses on history and family with some complex themes and is written for early independent readers.
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