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A Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day Hardback - 2021

by Leah Henderson; Floyd Cooper (Illustrator)

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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.

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  • Title A Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day
  • Author Leah Henderson; Floyd Cooper (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardback
  • Pages 40
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Harry N. Abrams
  • Publication date 2021-05-11
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Dust Cover, Illustrated
  • ISBN 9781419736308 / 1419736302
  • Weight 1.15 lbs (0.52 kg)
  • Dimensions 11.1 x 9.3 x 0.5 in (28.19 x 23.62 x 1.27 cm)
  • Age range 06 to 09 years
  • Grade levels 1 - 4
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 19th Century
    • Ethnic Orientation: African American
    • Geographic Orientation: South Carolina
    • Holiday: Memorial Day
    • Locality: Charleston, South Carolina
    • Topical: Black History
    • Topical: Civil War
  • Category Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction
  • Library of Congress subjects Historical fiction, African Americans
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2020028866
  • Dewey Decimal Code E

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Citations

  • Booklist, 04/15/2021, Page 47
  • Horn Book Magazine, 07/01/2021, Page 82
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 07/01/2021, Page 0
  • Kirkus Reviews, 04/15/2021, Page 0
  • Publishers Weekly, 03/29/2021, Page 0
  • School Library Journal, 05/28/2021, Page 1

About the author

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. Her books include The Courage of the Little Hummingbird, The Magic in Changing Your Stars, and Daddy Speaks Love. 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. His books include Max and the Tag-Along Moon, Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre, and Jump!: From the Life of Michael Jordan. He lives in Easton, Pennsylvania, with his wife and children.

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