{"product_id":"a-day-for-rememberin-inspired-by-the-true-events-of-the-first-memorial-day-9781419736308","title":"A Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day","description":"\u003cb\u003eLeah Henderson's picture book \u003ci\u003eA Day for Rememberin'\u003c\/i\u003e is a moving tribute to the little-known history behind the first Memorial Day, illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award winner Floyd Cooper.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Today is a special day. Eli knows it's important if he's allowed to miss one second of school, his \"hard-earned right.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Inspired by true events and told through the eyes of a young boy, this is the deeply moving story about what is regarded as the first Memorial Day on May 1, 1865. Eli dresses up in his best clothes, Mama gathers the mayflowers, Papa straightens his hat, and together they join the crowds filling the streets of Charleston, South Carolina, with bouquets, crosses, and wreaths. Abolitionists, missionaries, teachers, military officers, and a sea of faces Black, Brown, and white, they march as one and sing for all those who gave their lives fighting for freedom during the Civil War. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With poignant prose and celebratory, powerful illustrations, \u003ci\u003eA Day for Rememberin'\u003c\/i\u003e shines light on the little-known history of this important holiday and reminds us never to forget the people who put their lives on the line for their country. The book is illustrated by award-winning illustrator Floyd Cooper and includes archival photos in the back matter, as well as an author's note, bibliography, timeline, and index. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeah Henderson\u003c\/b\u003e 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 \u003ci\u003eThe Courage of the Little Hummingbird, The Magic in Changing Your Stars\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eDaddy Speaks Love\u003c\/i\u003e. She resides in Washington, D.C. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFloyd Cooper\u003c\/b\u003e has received a Coretta Scott King Award and three Coretta Scott King Honors for his illustrations. Mr. Cooper received a degree in fine arts from the University of Oklahoma. His books include \u003ci\u003eMax and the Tag-Along Moon, Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eJump!: From the Life of Michael Jordan\u003c\/i\u003e. He lives in Easton, Pennsylvania, with his wife and children. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Abrams Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50619809726738,"sku":"9781419736308","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_1c22aea4-ef90-4f9f-b094-ac3f2c0c050a.jpg?v=1732555781","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-day-for-rememberin-inspired-by-the-true-events-of-the-first-memorial-day-9781419736308","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}