Books like Juneteenth for Mazie by Floyd Cooper
When little Mazie craves the liberty to stay up late, her father explains that freedom is deeper than personal pleasure. He recounts the story of Juneteenth, the day enslaved people in Texas were notified of their emancipation, and how her ancestors celebrated their newly won freedom. Through this gentle family dialogue, the book explores the significance of Juneteenth, the history of slavery and emancipation in Texas, and what true freedom means for future generations.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Floyd Cooper
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