Tell Me About Juneteenth

Celebrate Juneteenth with this empowering audiobook, which features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun!

On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved African Americans were finally freed in Galveston, Texas. Every year, our community comes together to honor this special day. We play hopscotch, eat spice cake, and listen to music, but what about the first Juneteenth?

As family and friends recount their memories and stories of Juneteenths past, a young girl learns about the holiday's longstanding history and traditions.

Filled with accessible language,, this educational book joyfully welcomes listeners to the block party!

A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt & Company.