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Where Are You From? Hardcover – Picture Book, June 4, 2019

by Yamile Saied Méndez (Author), Jaime Kim (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 788 ratings
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This resonant and award-winning picture book tells the story of one girl who constantly gets asked a simple question that doesn’t have a simple answer. A great conversation starter in the home or classroom—a book to share, in the spirit of I Am Enough by Grace Byers and Keturah A. Bobo.

When a girl is asked where she’s from—where she’s really from—none of her answers seems to be the right one.

Unsure about how to reply, she turns to her loving abuelo for help. He doesn’t give her the response she expects. She gets an even better one.

Where am I from?

You’re from hurricanes and dark storms, and a tiny singing frog that calls the island people home when the sun goes to sleep....

With themes of self-acceptance, identity, and home, this powerful, lyrical picture book will resonate with readers young and old, from all backgrounds and of all colors—especially anyone who ever felt that they don’t belong.

2019 Nerdies Fiction Picture Book Award Winner | Silver Medalist for Bank Street College of Education’s Best Spanish Language Picture Books of the Year | Named one of Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2019 |A Mighty Girl’s 2019 Book of the Year | Named one of New York Public Library's Best Books for Kids 2019 

"Lyrical language and luminous illustrations. An ideal vehicle for readers to ponder and discuss their own identities." —Kirkus (starred review)

"An enchanted, hand-in-hand odyssey [and] opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the many, many backgrounds, roots, histories, of those who live in these United States." —Shelf Awareness (starred review)

"A much-needed title that is a first purchase for libraries and classrooms." —School Library Journal

"This touching book addresses a ubiquitous question for children of color, and in the end, the closeness between the girl and Abuelo shows that no matter the questions, she knows exactly where she’s from." —Booklist

"Although the book begins as a gentle riposte to narrow cultural and ethnic categorizations, its conclusion reaches out to all readers, evoking both heritage and the human family." —Publishers Weekly

A Spanish-language edition, ¿De dónde eres?, is also available.

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    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    AD640L
  6. Dimensions
    10.5 x 0.5 x 9 inches
  7. Publisher
    HarperCollins
  8. Publication date
    June 4, 2019
  9. ISBN-10
    0062839934
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0062839930
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PreS-Gr 2–In a world full of microaggressions, Argentine-American author Méndez and South Korean-American illustrator Kim team up to offer an affirming answer for a young brown-skinned girl constantly being asked "Where are you from?" After her reply, "I'm from here, from today, same as everyone else," is contested with a "No, where are you really from?," she takes her internalized confusion to her abuelo, because "he knows everything, and like me, he looks like he doesn't belong." He tells her that she comes from the pampas, the gaucho, mountains, blue oceans, hurricanes, and dark storms. He doesn't shy away from hard truths and tells her that she comes from "this land where our ancestors built a home for all, even when they were in chains because of the color of their skin." Each answer takes them into sweeping double-page landscapes of watercolor and ink that add enough context to understand new vocabulary and texture to fill each space. But when she insists where am I really from, he points to his heart and says, "from my love and the love of all of those before us." A great read-aloud with simple yet evocative language, this picture book will validate many young children's experience, and for others will lend itself well to starting conversations around race and racial aggressions. VERDICT A much-needed title that is a first purchase for libraries and classrooms.—Danielle Jones, Multnomah County Library, OR

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A powerful story about a simple question—

WHERE ARE YOU FROM?

When a young girl is asked where she’s from—where she’s really from—she’s no longer as sure as she was. She decides to turn to her dear abuelo for some help with this ever-persistent question. But he doesn’t quite give her the answer she expects.

Yamile Saied Méndez’s lyrical text and Jaime Kim’s stunning illustrations celebrate the importance of family, love, and home through embracing one’s rich heritage and culture.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins (June 4, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062839934
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062839930
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD640L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.5 x 0.5 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 788 ratings

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    Jaime Kim was born and raised in South Korea before moving to the USA when she was 18.

    Although she was a timid child who was afraid of just about everything,

    she discovered a sense of serenity in drawing. As a grown-up, Jaime finally stopped being afraid of everything, but kept on drawing and painting. She works with gouache, watercolors and acrylics to create nostalgic and dreamlike illustrations, inspired by childhood memories of her family, as well as movies, art, and the outside world. Her favorite things are the sun, the moon, the sky and stars – which is why they always creep into her artwork. Her debut illustrated picture book, Take Heart, My Child, was a #1 New York Times-bestseller.

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    Yamile Saied Méndez

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    Yamile (sha-MEE-lay) is an Argentine-American author. She’s the mother of 5 kids and 2 adorable dogs. Yamile’s an inaugural Walter Dean Meyers Grant recipient, a graduate of Voices of our Nation (VONA) and the Vermont College of Fine Arts MFA Writing for Children program.

    She’s represented by Linda Camacho, from the Gallt and Zacker Literary Agency.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Beautiful Story about Ancestors and Identity
In this powerful picture book, a young girl is asked repeatedly where she is from and when no one will accept her answer of “here” without further questions she turns to her Abuelo for answers. In poetic language accompanied by rich illustrations he reminds her of the people, places and events that shaped her and offers her the reminder that where she truly comes from is the love of the ancestors that came before her. It is such an incredibly moving message and one that really touched my heart. It is so awe inspiring to think about all of the history that it has taken to get to us.
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Jann
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2023
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This book is very beautifully written and illustrated... and offers young (and older) readers important foundational information about the land and history of Argentina. I expected a good book, but this one exceeds all expectations. We'll be introducing it to our preschoolers tomorrow! I highly recommend to all!!! <3
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Dahmia
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Gift Item
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2023
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I got this as a thank you to my alaka'i/#1 dancer who happens to be a children's librarian - knew this would be a perfect gift for her.
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Christian Allen
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book
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Such a wonderful story for kids to learn about. I read to my six grade class and they loved it.
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Yarely Loyola
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book !!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2020
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Simply beautiful!! I am currently helping a student with her reading and selecting this book was one of the best choices I made. This book has some amazing lessons for kids to learn specially with all the complexities of our society this book allows them to understand and appreciate themselves and their culture.

Can not emphasize this book enough it is an amazing book and worth the purchase !
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Vanessa L.
5.0 out of 5 stars I cry everytime I read this book to my son
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2020
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If you have ever been made to feel "other" for how you look. Or if you have ever been afraid that your child would be made to feel this way. This is the book that heals. Beautifully written and illustrated it encourages pride in your heritage, and family. It offers the message of acceptance and confidence in who you are.
My 2 yr old asks for this book all the time.
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David Soto Jr.
4.0 out of 5 stars Could't wait to read this to my son.
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2019
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Books and stories like these are going to play an important role in my son's life. Children need to see people who represent them in tv, books, and movies. I also feel that my son needs to know where he or his dad came from. He will be able to read my stories but others' will help too.
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David Soto Jr.
4.0 out of 5 stars Could't wait to read this to my son.
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2019
Books and stories like these are going to play an important role in my son's life. Children need to see people who represent them in tv, books, and movies. I also feel that my son needs to know where he or his dad came from. He will be able to read my stories but others' will help too.
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Dot117
5.0 out of 5 stars From Here
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021
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Lovely, gentle book with watercolor backgrounds that add to the magic of creating a feeling of belonging to real people, real love, real family. Not to be defined by a one word named place.
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Jen Stock
5.0 out of 5 stars Family ties mean everything
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021
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Such a sweet story of and grandpa and his granddaughter discussing family ties. The love between them is so sweet and his words to her are beautiful!
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Bakergirl90
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in Canada on May 12, 2021
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This is a great book. Beautifully written and heartfelt; loved the sincerity of the authors writing. One of the better kids books I’ve read.
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Agi
1.0 out of 5 stars Very narrow
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2022
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We are mixed nationality family, and I wanted to get this book for my children, who will no doubt be asked this question in future.
I regret I didn’t know it was very specific to 1 culture, I think some Spanish-speaking South-American (not sure which one - there is also mention about slavery). Also there are references to God, so would only suit religious family.
The book was irrelevant and difficult to understand for us, so ended up in the bin.
The illustrations were quite nice and good paper and cover quality.
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Lori the Bookworm
5.0 out of 5 stars Fanatstic read
Reviewed in Italy on May 25, 2020
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Great book about heritage and culture. Cant wait to read It to my little one
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Benjaminp9
1.0 out of 5 stars Not what was expected
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 6, 2021
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The concept of the book is great. I felt the message didn't really land and it rather abruptly ended. This was a shame as I thought it would have been a very good book.
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A.C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommend
Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2020
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Beautiful art and great story, my 5 yr old loves this book.
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