June 19

Sing a Song

We Shall Overcome

We shall overcome, We shall overcome,
We shall overcome some day.
Deep in my heart, I do believe,
We shall overcome someday.

Watch

Juneteenth for Mazie

Try This

Today is Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the U. S. Here are a lot of activities families can do together to celebrate.

Read a Book

Here are two book recommendations for today. Check out the picture book collection at your local library, where there are lots of books to choose from! Find nearby libraries

  • Juneteenth for Mazie by Floyd Cooper
  • I Am Enough by Grace Byers; illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo

Explore More

See the June Activity Calendar for many more fun, educational activities you and your child can do anytime!