Somos América / We Are America: Pequeños testigos, grandes momentos / Little Eyes, Big Moments (Bilingual)

Raynelda a Calderon

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Somos América / We Are America: Pequeños testigos, grandes momentos / Little Eyes, Big Moments (Bilingual)

Somos América / We Are America: Pequeños testigos, grandes momentos / Little Eyes, Big Moments (Bilingual)

Raynelda a Calderon

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"A big-hearted, inclusive celebration of what America can be and how it arrived there." Kirkus Reviews

"Calderón's concise celebratory text is an essential bilingual reference for the middle grade classroom."-School Library Journal

"We Are America" is a ready-to-use bilingual picture book that invites young readers to explore 250 years of U.S. history through children's perspectives, making complex historical moments accessible, discussion-ready, and meaningful for library programs and community audiences.

Inspired by the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, "We Are America: Little Eyes, Big Moments" highlights significant historical events in the United States-from the perspective of children who lived through them, allowing young readers to connect with history. From the historic first flight at Kitty Hawk to the monumental moon landing and beyond, each beautifully illustrated page represents a significant step in our nation's journey. A powerful tribute to unity, diversity, and the enduring spirit of a nation still growing, learning, and dreaming together.

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≪Somos América≫ es un libro ilustrado bilingüe listo para usar que invita a los jóvenes lectores a explorar 250 años de historia de Estados Unidos a través de la perspectiva de los niños, haciendo que los momentos históricos complejos sean accesibles, propicios para el debate y significativos para programas de bibliotecas y audiencias comunitarias.

Inspirado en el 250 aniversario de la firma de la Declaración de Independencia, "Somos América: Pequeños testigos, grandes momentos" destaca eventos históricos importantes de Estados Unidos desde la perspectiva de los niños que los vivieron, permitiendo a los jóvenes lectores conectar con la historia. Desde el histórico primer vuelo en Kitty Hawk hasta el monumental alunizaje y más allá, cada página bellamente ilustrada representa un paso significativo en el camino de nuestra nación. Un poderoso tributo a la unidad, la diversidad y el espíritu perdurable de una nación que sigue creciendo, aprendiendo y soñando juntos.

Critical Reviews

"A big-hearted, inclusive celebration of what America can be and how it arrived there." Kirkus Reviews

Publishing Information

Publisher: Cayena Press
Pub date: 2026-01-01
Length: 48 pages

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