Some of Us

Praise for Some of Us
An Indie Next List Pick
A Kirkus Best Book of the Year
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A NCTE Orbis Pictus Recommended Book

★ "Artful and versatile image compositions integrate American symbols, making for an accessible work that’s nevertheless imbued with a sense of grandeur. This is a remarkably nuanced ode to immigrants and to citizenship, capped by thoughtful backmatter that balances patriotism with critique about historical immigration laws rooted in prejudice. A moving and captivating civics lesson."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ “Poignant text marries nuanced illustration to gracefully introduce young readers to immigration, naturalization, and citizenship….Informational, inspirational, and celebratory, this picture book belongs on the shelf of every library and demands to be read again and again.”—School Library Journal, starred review

★ “Some of us are born American. Some choose,” begins Newbery Honoree LaRocca in this elegantly limned work about U.S. citizenship. . . .Using a red, white, and blue palette, Lee’s digital imagery emphasizes lively group scenes. . . An affirming reminder that “we all deserve safety, respect, opportunity.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Celebrates immigrants to the U.S. warmly and thoughtfully. These scenes provide windows and mirrors for young readers and subtly reinforce the text’s message that immigrants enrich the cultural fabric of the nation. All of this leads to a description of the naturalization process and the rights that come with citizenship.”—Booklist