Red, Black, and Green on Every Door: A Juneteenth Story of Community, Freedom, Joy for Kids Ages 5-10

Every door on Nora June's block is dressed in red, black, and green-but what do the colors really mean?On the morning of June nineteenth, Nora wakes to the smell of something delicious cooking, music beginning to rise, and neighbors carrying tables, flags, and food outside.Soon, every porch is glowing with the same three colors.Curious, Nora asks Miss Della why the flag returns year after year. The answer leads her into a powerful story about freedom delayed, ancestors who never gave up, and a community determined to remember together.As the celebration fills the street with music, food, dancing, and laughter, Nora begins to see her familiar neighborhood differently. Every flag, every porch, and every open door carries a story-and she is part of that story too.Red, Black, and Green on Every Door is a warmly illustrated Juneteenth picture book about history, family, remembrance, community, and the courage to keep freedom's story alive.Young readers will discover: - Why Juneteenth is celebrated on June nineteenth - The child-friendly history behind the holiday - What the colors red, black, and green represent in the story - How families and communities preserve important memories - Why freedom, belonging, and heritage are worth celebrating togetherWith expressive characters, richly painted illustrations, and a heartfelt story told through a child's eyes, this book makes an important part of American history approachable, memorable, and meaningful.Perfect for: - Family read-aloud time - Juneteenth celebrations and gifts - Elementary classrooms and school libraries - Black history lessons and cultural learning - Parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers who want to begin thoughtful conversations about freedom and heritageOpen the door, join Nora's neighborhood, and discover why these colors mean so much.