Book Series · 3 Books

What Does It Mean to Be Books

In order from What Does It Mean to Be Global? to What Does It Mean to Be American?.

The What Does It Mean to Be series is a set of 3 picture books by Rana DiOrio, published between 2009 and 2019. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1795

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

What Does It Mean to Be Global?

By Rana DiOrio, Chris Hill (Illustrator)

Discover what it means to be a global citizen through play and cultural exploration.

32 pages

Hardcover

Summary: Join children on a vibrant journey across the globe, where they play, sing, and taste diverse foods. As they explore different traditions, they learn the true essence of being a global citizen—living respectfully and understanding the impact of their actions on others. Can you say 'hello' in nine languages? Dive into this colorful adventure and celebrate the beauty of diversity and community.

The complete set

What Does It Mean to Be Series

3 books · Published 2009–2019

Series

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$1795

What Does It Mean to Be Global?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Discover what it means to be a global citizen through play and cultural exploration.

Series

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$858

What Does It Mean to Be Kind?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

A girl's kindness to a new student transforms her entire community.

Series

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$1697

What Does It Mean to Be American?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Explore what it truly means to be American beyond fireworks and apple pie.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the What Does It Mean to Be series?

There are 3 books in the What Does It Mean to Be series. It began with What Does It Mean to Be Global? in 2009, and the newest book, What Does It Mean to Be American?, was published in 2019.