Description
What does US citizenship look like? Some of us are citizens by birth. Some of us are born beyond the United States and gain citizenship through immigration and naturalization. With lyrical prose and luminous mixed-media artwork, this nonfiction book outlines the process by which some of us--spanning every age and background--travel to the United States to live, work, study, and contribute to the fabric of our new communities. After years, without relinquishing who we are or where we came from, if we are fortunate, we can choose to become naturalized citizens. We can become American.
This insightful story honors the many different paths to citizenship and celebrates all people who enrich our country by striving to participate in our democracy. This book belongs with classrooms and parents who love: Grace for President, Areli Is a Dreamer, and What Can A Citizen Do?
May/June Kids' Indie Next List 2025
Product Details
| Publisher | Christy Ottaviano Books-Little Brown and Hachette |
| Publish Date | May 27, 2025 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Hardback |
| EAN/UPC | 9780316571753 |
| Dimensions | 8.7 X 11.1 X 0.5 inches | 0.9 pounds |
About the Author
Huy Voun Lee arrived in New York City as a Cambodian refugee at the age of six. She quickly developed a lifelong love for art and origami, both of which influence her colorful cut-paper style. Huy has written and illustrated many books for children, including Like a Dandelion, which was a Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the Year, a Bank Street Best Book of the Year, and a CCBC Choice. She lives in New York City with her family.
Reviews
★ "Some of us are born American. Some choose," begins Newbery Honoree LaRocca in this elegantly limned work about U.S. citizenship. . . .Using a red, white, and blue palette, Lee's digital imagery emphasizes lively group scenes. . . An affirming reminder that "we all deserve safety, respect, opportunity."--Publishers Weekly, starred review
★ "Poignant text marries nuanced illustration to gracefully introduce young readers to immigration, naturalization, and citizenship....Informational, inspirational, and celebratory, this picture book belongs on the shelf of every library and demands to be read again and again."--School Library Journal, starred review
"Celebrates immigrants to the U.S. warmly and thoughtfully. These scenes provide windows and mirrors for young readers and subtly reinforce the text's message that immigrants enrich the cultural fabric of the nation. All of this leads to a description of the naturalization process and the rights that come with citizenship."--Booklist
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