John,
For over 100 years, June 19 – Juneteenth – has been an important day for many to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. It’s a time for celebration, but it’s also a time to acknowledge and reflect on the impact of institutional racism in our country – and how it continues today.
Because Juneteenth is coming up on Sunday, we are sharing a quick guide to teaching the children in your life about Juneteenth:
Read: Check out our staff picks for 19 children's books celebrating Juenteenth and Black history. [link removed]
Listen: Follow along as authors read books about Juneteenth. [link removed]
Learn: Watch a kid-focused video on Juneteenth. [link removed]
Cook: Enjoy traditional Juneteenth dishes like cornbread and potatoes, or red foods like strawberry soda and red velvet cake, which symbolize sacrifice and perserverance. [link removed]
Create: Get creative with a Juneteenth craft – like a Pan-African flag using red, black, and green construction paper, popsicle sticks or crayons. [link removed]
Talk: Read our 12 tips for having conversations with kids about racism and social justice. [link removed]
View the guide. [link removed]
Thank you for being a part of this vital education for the children in your life and for championing a better world for children everywhere.
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