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Gr 1–3—Malik is excited as his birthday approaches. With his family bustling around—shopping, decorating, making phone calls—he's sure all the activity is in preparation for his special day. But when his grandfather explains that they're preparing for a Juneteenth celebration, Malik is disheartened, until he discovers that his family hasn't forgotten him after all, and they plan to celebrate Juneteenth and his birthday together. The narrative is centered on family and shared celebration, but does not weave historical context and cultural significance into the plot, provi...Log In or Sign Up to Read More