Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day

Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day
Floyd Cooper, Leah Henderson
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Hardback
h279 x 229mm - 40pg
13 May 2021 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9781419736308
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A moving tribute to the little-known history behind the first Memorial Day, illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award winner Floyd CooperToday is a special day. Eli knows it' s important if he' s allowed to miss one second of school, his "hard-earned right. "Inspired by true events and told through the eyes of a young boy, this is the deeply moving story about what is regarded as the first Memorial Day on May 1, 1865. Eli dresses up in his best clothes, Mama gathers the mayflowers, Papa straightens his hat, and together they join the crowds filling the streets of Charleston, South Carolina, with bouquets, crosses, and wreaths. Abolitionists, missionaries, teachers, military officers, and a sea of faces Black, Brown, and White, they march as one and sing for all those who gave their lives fighting for freedom during the Civil War. With poignant prose and celebratory, powerful illustrations, A Day for Rememberin' shines light on the little-known history of this important holiday and reminds us never to forget the people who put their lives on the line for their country. The book is illustrated by award-winning illustrator Floyd Cooper and includes archival photos in the back matter, as well as an author' s note, bibliography, timeline, and index.
Leah Henderson writes for young readers of all ages, and her books have been named a Children' s Africana Book Awards Notable and a Bank Street Best Book. Leah holds an MFA in writing and is on the faculty of Spalding University' s graduate writing program. She resides in Washington, D. C. Floyd Cooper has received a Coretta Scott King Award and three Coretta Scott King Honors for his illustrations. Mr. Cooper received a degree in fine arts from the University of Oklahoma. He lives in Easton, Pennsylvania, with his wife and children.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9781419736308
Published: 13 May 2021
Published In: United States
Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Publisher: Abrams
Format: Hardback
Height: 279mm
Width: 229mm
Pages: 40

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