Gracias / Thanks
Written by Pat Mora
Illustrated by John Parra
Published by Lee & Low Books
In a series of poetic sentences, a young boy (biracial Mexican/Caucasian) tells about some of the everyday things for which he is thankful.
There are so many things to be thankful for.
For one young boy, it’s flying ladybugs,
splashing ocean waves,
a best friend,
Dad’s thick chocolate syrup,
and much more.
Straight from the heart of a child flows this lighthearted bilingual celebration of family, friendship, and fun. Come share the joy, and think about all the things for which you can say, “¡Gracias! Thanks!”
Primary ISBN: 9781600602580
Publication Date: July 2005
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 05 or older
Community Represented: Mexican/Mexican American
Themes: Accolades & Awards, Accolades & Awards: Starred Review, Accolades & Awards: Youth Media Awards, Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Identity, Identity: Multilingual, Identity: Multiracial, Mental Health, Multilingual: Spanish/English Bilingual, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: United States
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unknown Arrival
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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