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Of Thee I Sing

A Letter to My Daughters

Audiobook
1 of 1 copy available
1 of 1 copy available
Barack Obama delivers a tender, beautiful letter to his daughters in this powerful picture book illustrated by award-winner Loren Long that's made to be treasured!

In this poignant letter to his daughters, Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America’s children.
 
Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and promise of childhood.
 
This beautiful book celebrates the characteristics that unite all Americans, from our nation’s founders to generations to come. It is about the potential within each of us to pursue our dreams and forge our own paths. It is a treasure to cherish with your family forever.
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    • AudioFile Magazine
      A somber gospel-sounding version of "Amazing Grace" sets the tone for the sobriety of Barack Obama's remembrances of 13 well-known Americans, such as Billie Holiday, Sitting Bull, and César Ch‡vez. Andre Braugher's deep, resonant narration works well to achieve the president's intention of honoring figures who contributed significantly to the world. Braugher's pacing distinguishes each biographical sketch and defines the book's call-and-response format: Obama asks his daughters a question ("Have I told you that you are creative?") and responds to each question with the biography of a corresponding American (the artist Georgia O'Keeffe, for example). Braugher's phrasing allows listeners to experience the rhythms and rhymes of the writing and the strong word choices that make the portraits vivid and the wisdom stirring. S.W. (c) AudioFile 2010, Portland, Maine
    • Publisher's Weekly

      November 15, 2010
      Already the author of two books for adults, President Obama turns toward young Americans with this picture book tribute to 13 men and women—and corresponding qualities of character—that demonstrate the nation's best. Written before he took office, the book directly addresses daughters Sasha and Malia, who appear throughout, joined by young versions of Georgia O'Keeffe, Helen Keller, Sitting Bull (a selection that's already generating controversy), Neil Armstrong, and the rest—a tangible reminder that every hero, artist, and explorer was once a child. Obama asks a series of questions, followed by poetic descriptions of each famous American. "Have I told you that you don't give up?" appears opposite Martin Luther King, Jr., hands joined in solidarity with civil rights supporters; "Have I told you to be proud to be American?" accompanies a winter scene of General George Washington encouraging a trio of soldiers ("He helped make an idea into a new country, strong and true"). On the left side of each spread, the growing chorus of children faces Long's paintings—by turns majestic, whimsical, and rousing—as though watching history unfold. The group is highly diverse, both in backgrounds and accomplishments, creating a collective portrait of citizens' inspiration, dedication, and bravery. Ages 3–up.

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  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:6
  • Lexile® Measure:830
  • Interest Level:K-3(LG)
  • Text Difficulty:4-5

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