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We Came to America

By Faith Ringgold

By Faith Ringgold

By Faith Ringgold

By Faith Ringgold

By Faith Ringgold

By Faith Ringgold

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Jun 28, 2022 | ISBN 9780593482704 | 5-8 years

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May 10, 2016 | ISBN 9780517709474 | 5-8 years

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    About We Came to America

    Acclaimed artist and Caldecott-winning picture book creator Faith Ringgold shares an inspiring look at America’s lineage in this stunning ode to our country–past, present, and future.
     

    America is a land of diversity. Whether driven by dreams and hope, or escaping poverty or persecution, our ancestors–and the faces of America today–represent people from every reach of the globe. And each person brought with them a unique gift–of art and music; of determination and grit; of ideas and strength–that forever shaped the country we all call home. 
     
    Vividly evoked in Faith Ringgold’s sumptuous colors and patterns, WE CAME TO AMERICA is an ode to every American who came before us, and a tribute to the children who will carry its message into our future.

    About We Came to America

    A timely and beautiful look at America’s rich history of immigration and diversity, from acclaimed artist Faith Ringgold, the Coretta Scott King and Caldecot Honor winning creator of Tar Beach.

    Vividly expressed in Faith Ringgold’s sumptuous colors and patterns, We Came to America is an ode to every American who came before us, and a tribute to each child who will carry its proud message of diversity into our nation’s future.
     
    America is a country rich in diversity — From the Native Americans who first called this land their home, to the millions of people who have flocked to its shores ever since. Some of our ancestors were driven by dreams and hope. Others came in chains, or were escaping poverty or persecution. No matter what brought them here, each person embodied a unique gift—their art and music, their determination and grit, their stories and their culture. And together they forever shaped the country we all call home.

    About We Came to America

    A timely and beautiful look at America’s rich history of diversity, from Faith Ringgold, the Coretta Scott King and Caldecot Honor winning creator of Tar Beach
     
    From the Native Americans who first called this land their home, to the millions of people who have flocked to its shores ever since, America is a country rich in diversity. Some of our ancestors were driven by dreams and hope. Others came in chains, or were escaping poverty or persecution. No matter what brought them here, each person embodied a unique gift—their art and music, their determination and grit, their stories and their culture. And together they forever shaped the country we all call home.
     
    Vividly expressed in Faith Ringgold’s sumptuous colors and patterns, We Came to America is an ode to every American who came before us, and a tribute to each child who will carry its proud message of diversity into our nation’s future. 
     
    PRAISE FOR WE CAME TO AMERICA:
     
    “As Americans wrestle with the moral and legal aspects of immigration, Ringgold offers a reminder of the country’s multifaceted lineage—and of the beauty to be discovered at cultural crossroads…. The simplicity of Ringgold’s text, combined with the captivating designs, makes this a compelling, must-have narrative for a wide audience.”      
          –School Library Journal, starred review
     
     
    “Using a broad brush and folk style familiar from her story quilts, Ringgold pictures families of diverse heritage… her powerful voice emphasizes unity and mutual appreciation.”                –Publishers Weekly
     
    “[A] timely look at the diverse makeup and backgrounds of the American people.”    –Booklist

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    Also by Faith Ringgold

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    Also by Faith Ringgold

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    My Dream of Martin Luther King
    Tar Beach
    Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky
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    About Faith Ringgold

    Faith Ringgold is best known for her painted story quilts—art that combines painting, quilted fabric, and storytelling. Her first book, Tar Beach, was a Caldecott Honor Book and winner of the Coretta Scott King Award for Illustration, among numerous other honors. She… More about Faith Ringgold

    About Faith Ringgold

    Faith Ringgold is best known for her painted story quilts—art that combines painting, quilted fabric, and storytelling. Her first book, Tar Beach, was a Caldecott Honor Book and winner of the Coretta Scott King Award for Illustration, among numerous other honors. She… More about Faith Ringgold

    About Faith Ringgold

    Faith Ringgold is best known for her painted story quilts—art that combines painting, quilted fabric, and storytelling. Her first book, Tar Beach, was a Caldecott Honor Book and winner of the Coretta Scott King Award for Illustration, among numerous other honors. She… More about Faith Ringgold

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Paperback | $8.99
    Published by Dragonfly Books
    Jun 28, 2022 | 32 Pages | 8-1/2 x 11 | 5-8 years | ISBN 9780593482704

    Category: Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $18.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    May 10, 2016 | 32 Pages | 8-1/2 x 11 | 5-8 years | ISBN 9780517709474

    Category: Children’s Books

    Ebook | $4.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    May 10, 2016 | 32 Pages | 5-8 years | ISBN 9780553512571

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    Praise

    “As Americans wrestle with the moral and legal aspects of immigration, Ringgold offers a reminder of the country’s multifaceted lineage—and of the beauty to be discovered at cultural crossroads….A compelling, must-have narrative for a wide audience.” —School Library Journal, starred review

    “Using a broad brush and folk style familiar from her story quilts, Ringgold pictures families of diverse heritage… her powerful voice emphasizes unity and mutual appreciation.” –Publishers Weekly
     
    “[A] timely look at the diverse makeup and backgrounds of the American people.”  –Booklist

    Awards

    CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young Readers SELECTION 2017

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