Bibliograph

What will you be?, Yamile Saied Méndez ; illustrated by Kate Alizadeh

Type

Label

What will you be?, Yamile Saied Méndez ; illustrated by Kate Alizadeh

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Intended audience

4-8

resource.interestAgeLevel

3-8, Brodart

resource.interestGradeLevel

P-3, Brodart

Literary Form

fiction

Main title

What will you be?

Medium

digital audio book

Oclc number

1285986476

Responsibility statement

Yamile Saied Méndez ; illustrated by Kate Alizadeh

Summary

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 Journal What 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

Target audience

primaryjuvenile

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Contributor

Creator