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Abuelita and Me

Leonarda Carranza

Illustrator: Rafael Mayani

Ages: 5 & Under

Published: 2022

Publisher: Annick Press

ISBN: 978-1-77321-610-2

Keywords: Racism, Latinx culture, Intergenerational families

Indoors, a girl treasures quality time with her abuelita. But outdoors, Abuelita sometimes faces unkindness and racism. Together, the two find strength in each other. Vibrant, animated illustrations.