A Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day

Leah Henderson’s picture book A Day for Rememberin’ is a tribute to the history behind the first Memorial Day, illustrated by Floyd Cooper. The story, inspired by true events, is told through the eyes of a young boy named Eli. On May 1, 1865, Eli and his family join a diverse crowd in Charleston, South Carolina to honor those who died fighting for freedom during the Civil War. The book features poignant prose, powerful illustrations, and includes archival photos, an author’s note, bibliography, timeline, and index.