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Sis Goose is a beloved member of Luli's family, despite the fact that she was born a slave. But the family is harboring a terrible secret. And when Union soldiers arrive on their Texas plantation to announce that slaves have been declared free for nearly two years, Sis Goose is horrified to learn that the people she called family have lied to her for so long. She runs away--but her newly found freedom has tragic consequences. How could the state of Texas keep the news of the Emancipation Proclamation from reaching slaves? In this riveting Great Episodes historical drama, Ann Rinaldi sheds light on the events that led to the creation of Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom that continues today. Includes an author's note.Product Identifiers
PublisherHarcourt Children's Books
ISBN-100152059474
ISBN-139780152059477
eBay Product ID (ePID)57046909
Product Key Features
Publication Year2007
TopicHolidays & Celebrations / General (See Also Religious / Christian / Holidays & Celebrations), Historical / General, Family / General (See Also Headings under Social Themes), People & Places / United States / African American, General, Historical / United States / 19th Century, People & Places / United States / General
Book TitleCome Juneteenth
LanguageEnglish
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorAnn Rinaldi
Book SeriesGreat Episodes Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.8in.
Item Length8.2in.
Item Weight13.1 Oz
Item Width5.5in.
Additional Product Features
LCCN2006-021458
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Ages 2-3, under 2 Years
Dewey Edition22
Reviews"Believable characters with human strengths and weaknesses, lively writing, and plenty of action and suspense make this book a real page-turner for lovers of historical fiction."-- School Library Journal , "Believable characters with human strengths and weaknesses, lively writing, and plenty of action and suspense make this book a real page-turner for lovers of historical fiction."-- School Library Journal
Age Range12
Grade fromSixth Grade
IllustratedYes
Dewey DecimalFic
Grade toEighth Grade
Lc Classification NumberPz7.R459com 2007