What happened 150 years? Who lived on the islands at that time? Where did the people come from? What happened to people who lived there? What did some people have to do to get their freedom? Who prevented many houses from burning down? Daniel and the 150th Emancipation celebration was written in story form that is developmentally appropriate for young children. It helps a child understand why a group of people would celebrate what happened 150 years ago. Children will know who the people were that came from West Africa and those that came from Denmark. In addition, how these people interacted. The illustrations keep the children"s attention. Books are easy for children to handle. This book is recommended for Young Children, Day Care Providers, Head Start Centers, Primary Grade Teachers, Parents who want their child to learn about history and a different culture, Historians, and Anyone who wants to know about slavery and freedom in the islands. Daniel introduces a young child to history in the islands, In creases literacy and language development, Provides a base for discussion, Increases child"s self-esteem and family values, and Explains how a group of people fought for their freedom.