10 Children's Books to Pick Up This Juneteenth

What It's About: "Annie is a young girl who is experiencing the arrival of Union troops in Galveston, TX, in 1865. She is frightened and wants to know what the Union Army soldier is saying. Annie looks at her mother for answers to her questions. The arrival of the Union soldiers eventually brings many changes in Annie's life. Years later, Annie is able to celebrate Juneteenth with her family and community."

Ages It's Best Suited For: All ages

"Annie and Juneteenth" ($13), by Ms. Aletta Seales (author) and Artkina Celestin (illustrator)