What Will You Be?
What Will You Be?
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What Will You Be?

Written by Yamile Saied Méndez & illustrated by Kate Alizadeh
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$17.99
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4 - 8
Reading age
40
Page count
12
Words per page
~491L
Lexile measure
May 4, 2021
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From Yamile Saied Méndez, acclaimed author of Where Are You From?, comes a stunning lyrical picture book that tells the story of one girl who is always asked a simple question: What will you be when you grow up? “Méndez and Alizadeh create a balance between the abstract and concrete by letting the child imagine the future but with Abuela’s guidance and support. A sweet read to share with loved ones.” –Kirkus (starred review)”Turning a common question of childhood into a substantive quest, this imaginative set of plans will have other children charting their own course through the stars.” –School Library JournalWhat will you be when you grow up?A young girl dreams about all the endless possibilities, sparking a sense of wonder, curiosity, and growth. With her abuela’s loving guidance, she learns her potential is limitless.Yamile Saied Méndez’s powerful, lyrical text and Kate Alizadeh’s colorful, stunning art are a radiant celebration of family, love, and community.A Spanish-language edition, ¿Qué Serás?, is also available.

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grandmagrandparentsimmigration and emigrationjobs and careersfamilyconfidencesocial themesimagination and playmultigenerationalgirlsprejudice and racism

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780062839954
    Publication Date
    May 4, 2021
    Publisher
    HarperCollins
    Page Count
    40
    Words Per Page
    12
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2020941018
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~491L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~M
    ATOS® Book Level
    3.3
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    516314
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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