A day for rememberin' : inspired by the true events of the first Memorial Day
by Henderson, Leah (Author)
Summary
In Charleston, South Carolina, in 1865, ten-year-old Eli and other newly freed slaves gather to honor the memory of fallen Union soldiers, an event considered to be one of the first celebrations of what is now called Memorial Day. Includes author's note. Full description
Summary: |
In Charleston, South Carolina, in 1865, ten-year-old Eli and other newly freed slaves gather to honor the memory of fallen Union soldiers, an event considered to be one of the first celebrations of what is now called Memorial Day. Includes author's note. |
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Physical Description: |
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm |
Audience: |
Ages 6 to 9. |
Bibliography: |
Includes bibliographical references (page [39]). |
ISBN: |
9781419736308 1419736302 |
Author Notes: |
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. |