What Does It Mean to Be American?

author: Rana DiOrio
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.03
book published:
rating: 5
read at: 2019/05/19
date added: 2019/05/19
shelves: childrens, non-fiction
review:
'What Does It Mean to Be American?' by Rana DiOrio and Elad Yoran with illustrations by Nina Mata is a picture book for the young about what citizenship means to those living in the US.

Being American has plenty of stereotypes, but it's not about liking apple pie or fast food. believing others are equal and free to pursue their dreams. Freedom of choice, honoring those who serve us and helping others.

Going in to this book, I had preconceived notions of what it would be about, but I couldn't have been more pleased to be wrong. This is not about stereotypes or espousing a certain political viewpoint.

The book ends with things from American history that back up each page for further discussion. There is the preamble to the Constitution, a list of hard-working Americans like Abraham Lincoln, Jackie Robinson and Walt Disney (among others).

It's a simple enough book to read, but has some very good intent and content. I can see this being an intentional gift for young citizens and would-be citizens. The illustrations are bright and underscore the book.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Little Pickle Press, SOURCEBOOKS Jabberwocky, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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