Juneteenth Is
Natasha Tripplett author Daniel J O'Brien illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Chronicle Books
Published:9th May '24
Should be back in stock very soon
An intimate look at Juneteenth, this story is a warm exploration of a family and a community.
Juneteenth is the smell of brisket filling the air. Juneteenth is the sounds of music, dancing, and cheering ringing from the parade outside. It is love. It is prayer. It is friends and relatives coming together to commemorate freedom, hope for tomorrow, and one another.
This book is an ode to the history of the Black community in the United States, a tribute to Black joy, and a portrait of familial love. With poignant text and vivid illustrations, Juneteenth Is offers a window and a mirror for readers, resonating with kids who will see themselves reflected in its pages and those who hope to understand experiences beyond their own.
2024 Golden Poppy Award Winner— Mirrors and Windows: Excellence in Children's Literature
“The balance between the celebratory tone and the history lesson is impressively struck, with our young narrator a mix of giddy joy and quiet reverence as she takes in the holiday happenings.” — The Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Books
“[A]n inclusive portrait of a close-knit contemporary community in conversation with history’s resonances.” —Publishers Weekly
“This story offers a poignant and deeply meaningful look at the holiday through the eyes of one extended family. Tripplett’s text is a heartfelt ode to the holiday… O’Brien’s smooth, emotion-packed illustrations are the perfect counterpart, uplifting the text and sharing a story of their own.”
— School Library Journal
“This story strikes a balance between the celebratory aspects of the holiday and its historical origins. The strength of family and the power of community come through clearly.” — Kirkus Reviews
ISBN: 9781797216805
Dimensions: 244mm x 254mm x 8mm
Weight: 204g
40 pages