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.

What makes Juneteenth a freedom celebration for everyone?

• A Gentle Introduction to History: Follow along as Gloria and her Grandma Daisy explain the story of Juneteenth—from the history of slavery to the importance of Freedom Day—in a way that is honest and accessible for young minds.
• Level 3 for Early Readers: With more complex story plots and challenging vocabulary, this book is perfectly designed to build reading confidence for kids who are beginning to read on their own.
• Holiday Traditions: Discover why red foods and drinks are an important part of the Morris family’s annual barbeque, connecting the past to a joyful present-day celebration.
• Spark Important Conversations: This book provides a perfect starting point for parents and educators to talk with children about freedom, history, and justice.