
By Pat Mora, Libby Martinez, Patrice Barton (Illustrator)
A girl and her aunt prepare for a life-changing pledge ceremony.
Libby and her great aunt Lobo are on parallel journeys. As Lobo prepares to become a U.S. citizen, Libby must lead her class in the Pledge of Allegiance. Together, they practice, share stories, and explore what it means to belong. Will their shared experiences help them stand proud at their respective ceremonies? Discover the heartwarming tale of family, identity, and the power of a promise.
Libby’s great aunt, Lobo, is from Mexico, but the United States has been her home for many years, and she wants to become a U.S. citizen. At the end of the week, Lobo will say the Pledge of Allegiance at a special ceremony. Libby is also learning the Pledge this week, at school–at the end of the week, she will stand up in front of everyone and lead the class in the Pledge. Libby and Lobo practice together–asking questions and sharing stories and memories–until they both stand tall and proud, with their hands over their hearts.
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