![]() ![]() Notable Books for Children, Smithsonian: Awarded to fascinating and notable books of all kinds. The books must have distinct literary quality, cultural contextualizing, beautiful integration of images and text, and have potential for classroom use. Americas Award for Children’s and Young Adult Literature Commended Title: Awarded to books that represent Latinos in the United States in an engaging and authentic way. It authentically portrays the culture of Latinos and farmers in America, and makes every student want to reach for a book. ![]() This book is a great addition to any classroom. Eventually, Tomas has to go back to Texas but now he has his stories to keep him happy and safe. He begins to teacher her a little bit of Spanish. Why do you think books are so important to Toms Why are books an important part of your life SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES Toms can read and speak in two different languages, English and Spanish. Share an experience that you have had when you felt nervous about experiencing something new. Tomas begins to spend all of his days at the library, getting books from the librarian. approached the library for the first time. The librarian is kind and gives him water and some interesting books. His family, especially his Grandfather, always tell stories. ![]() They pick produce in the winter in Texas and go to Iowa in the summer to pick produce. ![]()
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