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J is for Justice. U is for Union Army.
J Is for Juneteenth was written by three young writers as part of a collaborative youth writing competition hosted by Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute. By spelling out the word "Juneteenth," the authors lead young readers through a joyful and thoughtful celebration of the history of this important holiday.
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Jamariah Cross
J is for Juneteenth was written by three students as part of a collaborative youth writing competition hosted by Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute.
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