What Does It Mean to Be American?
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Publisher Description
An engaging picture book for children that celebrates what it means to be American!
What does it mean to be American? Does it mean you like apple pie or fireworks? Not exactly.
This patriotic picture book is perfect for Memorial Day, Independence Day, Election Day, or any day you want to share with your child what it means to be an American. After all, Fourth of July isn't the only time to celebrate what makes America special!
While politics seem to divide our country into the two opposing teams of red and blue, one truth remains: we are all Americans. But what does that mean?
Gold Moonbeam Award Winner!
IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award Finalist!
Foreword Reviews INDIES Finalist!
This continuation of the popular, award-winning What Does It Mean to Be…? series provides a nonpartisan point of view perfect for any and all Americans who are proud of who they are—and where they come from, regardless of their political views.
Other Titles in the What Does It Mean to Be…? Series:
What Does It Mean to Be Present?
What Does It Mean to Be Global?
What Does It Mean to Be Kind?
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
In this fifth entry in the What Does It Mean to Be series, a bright-eyed girl and her biracial parents who are sworn in as citizens in the book's final spread experience and exemplify the promise of America. DiOrio and Yoran point out that being American isn't a matter of address or appreciation of fast food and fireworks; instead, it's about volunteering, working hard to achieve dreams, "follow the same rules," and "appreciating that our differences make us kinder, smarter, healthier, and stronger." Mata's cheery vignettes have a sprightly specificity and a strong sense of human connection that lifts them above the usual patriotic depictions; her settings are both familiar (the Statue of Liberty, a redwood grove) and fresh (the wedding of a Jewish groom and an Indian bride). Noteworthy for its unabashed open-heartedness and its insistence that there is common ground. An author's note and discussion guide are included. Ages 4 up.
