The Best The Us-mexico Border Books for Kids

Summary: Compiled by Warren Binford for Project Amplify, this book shares the sworn testimonies of 61 children, ages five to seventeen, from Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Ecuador and Mexico who were detained at the US-Mexico border. It is in English on one side and Spanish on the other, illustrated by 17 Latinx artists, with information, questions and action points.

Summary: Separated by a river and a border, two cousins explore each other's towns, one English-speaking, the other Spanish-speaking. Their visits reveal a vibrant blend of cultures, where similarities and differences create a world of endless possibilities. How do these young explorers navigate their unique yet connected worlds?