Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. It is celebrated on June 19th each year. On this date in 1865, enslaved people in Texas were informed by the Union Army that the Civil War was over and they were now free. This was more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had been issued. It was a long fight for freedom, and the fight for equality still continues today.
Here are some great lists of books you can read to learn more about this important holiday.
https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/7-books-for-celebrating-juneteenth
https://www.harpercollins.com/blogs/harperkids/childrens-books-to-commemorate-juneteenth