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A Day for Rememberin' : Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day by Leah Henderson (2021, Hardcover)

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Leah Henderson's picture book A Day for Rememberin' is a moving tribute to the little-known history behind the first Memorial Day, illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award winner Floyd Cooper. Today 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.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Abrams, Inc.
ISBN-10
1419736302
ISBN-13
9781419736308
eBay Product ID (ePID)
8050104948

Product Key Features

Book Title
Day for Rememberin' : Inspired by the True events of the First Memorial Day
Author
Leah Henderson
Illustrator
Cooper, Floyd, Yes
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
People & Places / United States / African American, General, Holidays & Celebrations / Patriotic Holidays, Historical / United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877)
Publication Year
2021
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages
40 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
11.4 in
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Width
9.4 in
Item Weight
18.4 Oz

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Lc Classification Number
Pz7.1.H462day 2021
Grade from
First Grade
Grade to
Fourth Grade
Reviews
The moving story, as seen through the eyes of a newly freed boy watching his father and others work hard in anticipation of memorial festivities, is enhanced beautifully by Cooper's illustrations., **STARRED REVIEW** "Cooper's illustrations are soft and gentle. . .Henderson's choice to show the development of this day of remembrance from the perspective of a child involved in the literal work required to build it gives the story weight and meaning.", **STARRED REVIEW** "Cooper's illustrations are soft and gentle. . . Henderson's choice to show the development of this day of remembrance from the perspective of a child involved in the literal work required to build it gives the story weight and meaning.", Oil erasure images by Coretta Scott King Award winner Cooper portray Eli, his family, and their town in images whose power and presence invites lingering views. . . Henderson commemorates the way Eli's Black community remembers a painful piece of history--while honoring the people who experienced it., Henderson's affecting narrative resonates with reverence, and Cooper's prolific use of muted browns and yellows creates a solemn yet celebratory tone... This worthy title offers another little-known fact about African American contributions that are an imperative part of America's history and traditions., **STARRED REVIEW** "Cooper's mixed-media illustrations beautifully depict the community's emotions and their actions in creating a memorial. Soft colors gently envelop readers in the story... An enchanting account of the first Memorial Day, this book is recommended for all."
Lccn
2020-028866
Dewey Decimal
813.6
Dewey Edition
23

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