Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth Cover:Hardcover Maurice Broaddus

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Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth Cover:Hardcover Maurice BroaddusBooklist starred review Black activist Opal Lee had a vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone. This true story celebrates Black joy and inspires children to see their dreams blossom. Growing up in Texas, Opal knew the history of Juneteenth, but she soon discovered that many Americans had never heard of the holiday. Join Opal on her historic journey to recognize and celebrate "freedom for all." Every year, Opal looked forward to the Juneteenth