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Maria Isabel rejects the decision to be called "Mary" at school. This story combines the struggle of a Puerto Rican family's efforts to improve their life with a shared sense of pride in their heritage.
Most distinguished American picture book for children (annually).
Distinguished books by authors and illustrators of African descent which promote an understanding and appreciation of the American dream (annually).
Outstanding examples of text, illustration, fiction and nonfiction (four awards annually).
Most distinguished contribution to American literature for children (annually).
Outstanding work of historical fiction published by a U.S. publisher set in the New World.
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