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“Reeves’ text provides readers with ample space and opportunity to leverage their imaginations…Tonatiuh’s sublime artwork favors sharp color contrasts and warm close-ups…Ingeniously profound in its acknowledgment that the U.S. truly is a land of differences.”

—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

“A beautiful reminder that America is shaped by many different ­stories and experiences, and that the goal is to continue expanding who is included in that “we.” Perfect for all ­libraries.”

—School Library Journal, Starred Review

“A straightforward and inclusive message distinguishes this powerfully wrought narrative definition of “we” from Reeves, making his picture book debut, and Tonatiuh (Game of Freedom), which opens with the U.S. Constitution’s Preamble…It’s a clearly rendered tribute to community care and unity that’s anchored in hues of red, white, and blue.”

—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

We the People Is All the People

Written by Howard W. Reeves
Illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh
Published by Abrams Books for Young Readers

We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union . . .

Who arethe “we the people” mentioned in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution? They are our neighbors next door, down the street, or across the country. They live in different places, worship in different ways, come from different backgrounds and histories. They struggle, achieve, and overcome. They are you, and me, and us.

Because, as we strive to create a more perfect union, “we” should mean “all.”

También disponible en Español, Nosotros, el Pueblo Somos Todos.

Primary ISBN: 9781419776496
Publication Date: April 2026
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older

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Setting: United States

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Various

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