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?
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.---from the publisher
40 pages 978-0062839954 Ages 4-8
Keywords: growing up, identity, believing in yourself, being yourself, diversity, diverse books, abuela, grandmother, wonder, finding yourself, 4 year old, 5 year old, 6 year old, 7 year old, 8 year old
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A Spanish-language edition, ¿Qué Serás?, is also available.
Other reviews:
“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
