Tomas and the Library Lady
No. of pages 40
Published: 2000
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"Tomas and the Library Lady" is a heartwarming story about a young boy named Tomas who loves stories. As the son of migrant workers, Tomas moves frequently and struggles to adjust to each new environment. When he visits the local library, he meets a kind librarian who introduces him to the world of books. Through her encouragement and the stories he discovers, Tomas finds comfort and a sense of belonging. The story beautifully captures the themes of literacy, the importance of community, and the transformative power of reading, highlighting how books can inspire dreams and imagination in children. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2000 by Random House USA Inc .
Pat Mora, poet and author, has written more than thirty children's books. She is a popular national speaker and the founder of the family literacy initiative El dia de los ninos/El dia de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), sponsored by ALA. Mora's books have won numerous awards and honors, and she is a recipient of the Virginia Hamilton Literary Award and presented the ALA's 2016 May Hill Arbuthnot Lecture. Mora lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Her website is patmora. com.