Illustrated cover of a children's book titled "Tell Me About Juneteenth" by Kortney Nash, illustrated by DeAndra Hodge. The image features a joyful, diverse group of people celebrating with balloons, confetti, and a Juneteenth flag.

Tell Me About Juneteenth

On June 19th, 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 bright art, accessible language, and informational back matter, this educational book joyfully welcomes readers to the block party! Publishing May 2025

Author - Kortney Nash

Design -Naomi Silverio

“What was the first Juneteenth like?” Hodge’s unlined digital artwork captures the narrator’s curiosity and the gathering’s vibrancy, portraying a community with various abilities, body types, and skin tones recalling their experiences of the holiday.

— Publishers Weekly

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