My Teacher Has Tattoos
Written by Darren Lopez
Illustrated by Bhagya Madanasinghe
Published by Soaring Kite Books
In Javier’s neighborhood, tattoos represent gang membership. After Javier catches an unexpected glimpse of his new teacher’s tattoos, he learns that there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to the cultural significance of tattoos.
Look for the Spanish version, Mi Maestro Tiene Tatuajes.
Primary ISBN: 9781953859952
Publication Date: August 2023
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 05 or older
Community Represented: Colombian/Colombian American, Puerto Rican
Themes: Cross-Group Friendship, Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Celebrations & Traditions, Discrimination: Body/Hair, Generation: 1st, Identity: Body Image, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: United States (Washington D.C.)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 1st Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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