In the spirit of a dream thirteen stories of American immigrants of color
Many immigrants of color set out across continents, oceans, and borders, travelling to the United States in pursuit of opportunity: scientists, athletes and artists have succeeded, bringing fame to America.
| Main Authors: | Salazar, Aida (Author), Chau, Alina (Creator, Illustrator) |
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
New York :
Scholastic Press,
2021.
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| Edition: | First edition. |
| Subjects: |
| Summary: |
Many immigrants of color set out across continents, oceans, and borders, travelling to the United States in pursuit of opportunity: scientists, athletes and artists have succeeded, bringing fame to America. |
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| Physical Description: |
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Audience: |
Ages 5-7. Grades K-1. |
| ISBN: |
9781338552874 1338552872 |
| Author Notes: |
Alina Chau is an award-winning filmmaker and artist. Her credits include the Emmy Award-winning Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series, and numerous best-selling games. She illustrated The Nian Monster, which received the 2018 APALA Picture Book Honor. Having grown up in Hong Kong in an Indonesian-Chinese family during the British colonial era and then immigrating to America, her unique cultural heritage strongly influences her artistic and storytelling voice. Her lyrical watercolors are highly sought after for art exhibitions worldwide and garnered her a devoted fan base and the accolades of her peers. She lives in Los Angeles with her little Maltipoo, Piglet. Visit her at alinachau.com. |