What Does It Mean To Be American?

While politics seem to divide our country into the two opposing teams of red and blue, one truth remains: we are all Americans. But what does that mean?

[Cool Mom Picks @coolmompicks]

Today's a good day to re-share one of our favorite picture books for kids, from our friend @ranadiorio 🇺🇸 https://t.co/4W3edbq4r0

[Dan Rather @DanRather]

We vote because we love our country enough to try to fix its faults as well as celebrate its wonders. Voting must be a big part of #WhatUnitesUs

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

"So fill your heart with love for who we are, and your mind with ideas of how you, your family, and your friends can make the greatest nation in the world . . . even better." From What Does It Mean To Be American? by @ranadiorio @EladYoran @msbeautifique #WeAreInThisTogether

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

"Being American means . . . having the right to become your best self, and the obligation to help others do so too." From What Does It Mean To Be American? words: @ranadiorio @EladYoran illos: @msbeautifique #BeAmerican #rights #obligations #helpingothers @SourcebooksKids

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

Being American means ". . . being proud of all we have accomplished, and humble about all we still need to learn." From What Does It Mean To Be American? words: @ranadiorio @EladYoran illos: @msbeautifique #BeAmerican #patriotism #humility @SourcebooksKids

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

Being American means " . . . using our imagination and creativity to invent new things, and our curiosity and courage to explore new frontiers." From What Does It Mean To Be American? words: @ranadiorio @EladYoran illos: @msbeautifique #creativity #courage @SourcebooksKids

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

Being American means " . . . appreciating that our differences make us kinder, smarter, healthier, and stronger." From What Does It Mean To Be American?, written by @ranadiorio + @EladYoran, illustrated by @msbeautifique #BeAmerican #diversityisstrength @SourcebooksKids

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

Being American means . . . "leading by example to take action when people need help." From the award-winning picture book, What Does It Mean To Be American?, written by @ranadiorio + @EladYoran, illustrated by @msbeautifique #BeAmerican #leadership #compassion @SourcebooksKids

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

Being American means . . . "knowing all Americans follow the same rules." Excerpt from award-winning What Does It Mean To Be American? written by @ranadiorio + @EladYoran, illustrated by @msbeautifique #BeAmerican #justice @SourcebooksKids

[What Does It Mean To Be American? @BeAmericanio]

"Being American means . . . believing that all people are equal, and should have the opportunity to be happy." Excerpt from award-winning What Does It Mean To Be American? written by @ranadiorio + @EladYoran, illustrated by @msbeautifique #BeAmerican #equality @SourcebooksKids

[Elad Yoran @EladYoran]

Some good news. You know what else it means to be an American? It means caring for and supporting one another, especially our Healthcare professionals on the front lines of this war. #AmericaStrong #InItTogether

[Rana DiOrio @ranadiorio]

"What Does It Mean to Be American?" is a 2019 Foreword INDIES Finalist: "What Does It... | https://t.co/0ldAKXOBkw via @ForewordReviews | Congratulations @eladyoran @msbeautifique @sourcebookskids!

[Children's Media Association @cma]

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[Lin Oliver @linoliver]

Today we lost the adored children’s book creator Tomie DePaola who passed away from a head injury. Forever joyful, he was a creator of beauty and a beloved friend. RIP you genius imp.

[IBPA @ibpa]

We're honored to present the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards finalists for the "Children's Picture Book (4-7 Years)" category: @SusanBernardo, @MonkeeDoodle, @SawagaPress, and @Sourcebooks! See full details here: https://t.co/iWIO3Nl3mM #StuckAtHomeReadABook #ReadABook

[Rana DiOrio @ranadiorio]

Thank you @ibpa for recognizing What Does It Mean To Be American? as a Benjamin Franklin Award Finalist: https://t.co/mkdHh9sLXs And congrats to all the other finalists! #kidlit #picturebook #beamerican

[IBPA @ibpa]

On March 17, several IBPA members received an email from #Amazon telling them Amazon will not be ordering books from publishers for the time being. For more details and to find out how to contact us about this issue, read this article: https://t.co/f5sXEkH8lo #coronavirus

[IBPA @ibpa]

Today, IBPA is proud to announce the finalists for the 32nd annual IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards! These 164 unique books represent the breadth and diversity of independent publishing. Check out the full details here: https://t.co/ZkX2cGzfaX #indiepub #ibpabenjaminfranklinawards

[Sourcebooks Kids @SourcebooksKids]

Teaching our kids how to be safe is one of the most important jobs. Help them understand the importance of this concept with What Does It Mean to Be Safe? By @ranadiorio and illus by #ZhenLiu
@LP_Stories #BeSafe

[Sourcebooks Kids @SourcebooksKids]

Keeping our kids safe is no longer as easy as "stop, drop, and roll" but What Does It Mean to Be Safe? By @ranadiorio and illus by #ZhenLiu helps to educate both parents and kids on how to handle this important concept
@LP_Stories #BeSafe @SpreadLoveABQ #SpreadLoveABQ