I Is for Immigrants
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This alphabet picture book companion to the popular B Is for Brooklyn weaves together a multitude of immigrant experiences in a concise, joyful package. For readers of Dreamers by Yuyi Morales. What do African dance, samosas, and Japanese gardens have in common? They are all gifts the United States received from immigrants: the vibrant, multifaceted people who share their heritage and traditions to enrich the fabric of our daily lives. From Jewish delis to bagpipes, bodegas and Zen Buddhism, this joyful ABC journey is a celebration of immigrants: our neighbors, our friends.
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Selina Alko grew up in Canada and has been a painter since she was a child. She loves mixing materials together to create artwork for her award-winning children’s books. Besides working in her studio, Selina likes to travel, be involved in her community, and spend time with her children. Selina makes her home in Brooklyn, NY, with her family and their two parakeets, Sunny and Snowy.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9781250237866
- Publication Date
- June 15, 2021
- Publisher
- Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
- Original Publication Date
- June 15, 2021
- Page Count
- 40
- Audience
- Picture
- Reading Age
- 4 - 8 years
- Lexile® Level
- NPL
- Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
- ~A
- Est. ATOS® Book Level
- ~0.1
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