They Built Me For Freedom

Written by Tonya Duncan Ellis, Illustrated by Jenin Mohammed

This is a picture book that tells the story of Juneteenth and Houston’s Emancipation Park. Juneteenth is a newer holiday and some students may not know a lot about it or why we celebrate it, especially since it happens when school is not in session. The illustrations are fantastic and the book could easily be used as a starting point for lessons on Slavery, Freedom, and Human Rights.

Reviewed by Charlotte Frenzel, Special Education Teacher, Granite School District
Review shared in July 2024
Rating: ★★★★★ (5 stars)
Interest Level: Grades K-5

They Built Me For Freedom
Written by Tonya Duncan Ellis, Illustrated by Jenin Mohammed
Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
32 pages
Release Date: May 14, 2024
ISBN: 9780063286054
A review copy was provided by the publisher.