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The Emancipation Proclamation and the Civil War have brought an official end to slavery, yet some southern slave owners are refusing to comply. The road to freedom is still long and hard for many African-Americans, but you're not giving up. Will you: overcome obstacles as you make your way north from Texas? Seek out your family, from whom you were separated during a slave auction? Or fight back when you take work as an apprentice but find that you're still treated as a slave?.

Explores the origins of and traditions associated with the holiday of Juneteenth, the day of June 19 when slaves in Texas were told they were free after the end of the Civil War.

"In You Choose format, explores the history of Juneteenth Day, including the Emancipation Proclamation, the post-Civil War South, and efforts to end racism"--.

American journalist Julia Jarmond researches the brutal 1942 Nazi roundup in Paris and stumbles upon a connection between her family and one of the victims, which compels Julia to learn more about the girl's life.

American journalist Julia Jarmond researches the brutal 1942 Nazi roundup in Paris and stumbles upon a connection between her family and one of the victims, which compels Julia to learn more about the girl's life.

Provides information and resources to help African-American families plan and execute meaningful celebrations for Kwanzaa, Christmas, naming ceremonies, and family reunions. Includes craft ideas, recipes and suggested menus.

Simple text, photographs, and illustrations introduce Juneteenth, the American holiday which honors African-American heritage and commemorates the abolition of slavery.

Describes the holiday known as Juneteenth Day, which has roots in Texas and which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.

Describes the holiday known as Juneteenth Day, which has roots in Texas and which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.

American journalist Julia Jarmond researches the brutal 1942 Nazi roundup in Paris and stumbles upon a connection between her family and one of the victims, which compels Julia to learn more about the girl's life.