![]() ![]() Your turn: Have you ever read this book to your little ones? Have you heard about Juneteenth before or is this your first time? Feel free to let me know in the comments. But many are still searching for ways to establish rituals and traditions that acknowledge one of the most important historical events in our young country’s past. To learn more about Juneteenth’s history and celebrations around the nation and the world, visit . Over the years, Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, has become a time for family and community-oriented local celebrations. It’s probably best suited for kids ages 5 – 10, but could be read aloud to children of any age. ![]() ![]() Mazie remembers the struggles and the triumph, as she gets ready to celebrate Juneteenth. The day her ancestors were no longer slaves. I would recommend it to anyone wanting to introduce children to Juneteenth. She is ready to celebrate a great day in American history. Overall, I believe Juneteenth for Mazie is just enough to get across the importance of the holiday without being so technical that a younger audience might lose interest. It certainly helped give me a better understanding of the various Juneteenth celebrations that are held today. I think this is a great book that could be shared with a younger audience as well as appreciated by an older audience. Best of all, Mazie learns how her ancestors became heroes. In this book, Mazie, a young girl, learns about the importance and history the history of Juneteenth and her great-great-great-grandfather’s freedom from slavery. ![]()
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