The Night Before Freedom - Corey Barksdale, Glenda Armand

This moving picture book tells the story of Juneteenth with all the care and reverence such a holiday deserves. The rhyming text and stunning illustrations will teach children about this historic day in history.'Twas the night before freedom, and all through the South, long-whispered rumors had, spread word of mouth. "It’s coming! It’s coming!" I heard people say. "Emancipation is coming our way."Eight-year-old David and his family gather at Grandma’s house in Galveston, Texas, for a cherished family... Zobrazit více