Somos América: Pequeños testigos, grandes momentos: 250 años construyendo, soñando y avanzando ­juntos/We Are America: Little Eyes, Big ­Moments: 250 Years of Building, Dreaming and ­Standing ­Together

Gr 3-7–This U.S. historical guide features many significant milestones that will provide middle graders opportunities to explore the contributions of individuals, groups, and institutions that helped people come into their own even when the odds were stacked against them. Each description is a talking point designed to further discussion of expeditions and forced migrations as well as the plights of slaves, ­immigrants, women, and other citizens who received aid at some points in U.S. history. This English-Spanish resource highlights how diverse American viewpoints make up the fabric of our nation’s values and the democratic principles that continue to bind us in the face of successful ventures, strife, struggle, and celebration. This illustrated book sums up 250 years of moments that expose and explain how our nation has arrived at this point in the American democratic experiment and allows learners to examine ways to move forward. The cartoony illustrations make the lyrical text accessible and portray the diversity of this country. Key messages ­listed in the appendix make it possible for ­students to bear witness on past happenings, inquire about the present, and determine what their authentic contributions will be in the future.