ReviewsAn inspiring story about how one voice can make a difference and how people can come together not just for something good but for something even better., A very welcome addition to The Questioneers series (which launched Rosie Revere, Ada Twist and Iggy Peck) stars a Mexican-American girl in an inspirational story about standing up for what you believe in., "An inspiring story about how one voice can make a difference and how people can come together not just for something good but for something even better." -- Booklist
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal813.6
SynopsisThe newest picture book from the creators of Iggy Peck, Architect; Rosie Revere, Engineer; and Ada Twist, Scientist stars Sofia Valdez, a community leader who stands up for what she believes in! Every morning, Abuelo walks Sofia to school . . . until one day, when Abuelo hurts his ankle at a local landfill and he can no longer do so. Sofia misses her Abuelo and wonders what she can do about the dangerous Mount Trashmore. Then she gets an idea-the town can turn the slimy mess into a park! She brainstorms and plans and finally works up the courage to go to City Hall-only to be told by a clerk that she can't build a park because she's just a kid! Sofia is down but not out, and she sets out to prove what one kid can do.Collect them all! Add these other STEM favorites from #1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts to your family library today!Rosie Revere, EngineerIggy Peck, Architect Ada Twist, ScientistRosie Revere and the Raucous RivetersAda Twist and the Perilous PantsAda Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar ScientistsIggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing ArchitectsRosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold EngineersQuestioneers Family Calendar,coming May 2019!, #1 New York Times bestseller! * USA Today bestseller! * Wall Street Journal bestseller! This inspiring picture book is perfect for sharing with young readers curious about elections and ready to raise their hand and make a difference. Children who join Sofia in her story will learn that they can help their community--or even one day become president of the United States! Every morning, Abuelo walks Sofia to school . . . until one day when Abuelo hurts his ankle at a local landfill, and he can no longer do so. Sofia (aka Sofi) misses her Abuelo and wonders what she can do about the dangerous Mount Trashmore. Then she gets an idea: The town can turn the slimy mess into a park! She brainstorms and plans and finally works up the courage to go to City Hall--only to be told by a clerk that she can't build a park because she's just a kid! Sofia is down but not out, and she sets out to prove what one kid can do. Told in charming rhyme, this lovely story will both entertain and inspire: Raking the leaves, taking pets for a walk Or just dropping by for a treat and a talk, Sofia Valdez did as much as she could for her family and friends and her whole neighborhood. From Andrea Beaty and David Roberts--the beloved creators of Iggy Peck, Architect ; Rosie Revere, Engineer ; and Ada Twist, Scientist. Check out all the books in the Questioneers Series : The Questioneers Picture Book Series : Iggy Peck, Architect Rosie Revere, Engineer Ada Twist, Scientist Sofia Valdez, Future Prez Aaron Slater, Illustrator Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year Billie Jean Peet, Athlete The Questioneers Chapter Book Series : Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants Iggy Peck and the Mysterious Mansion Sofia Valdez and the Vanishing Vote Ada Twist and the Disappearing Dogs Aaron Slater and the Sneaky Snake Lila Greer and the Shrieking Shadow Questioneers: The Why Files Series : Exploring Flight! All About Plants! The Science of Baking Bug Bonanza! Rockin' Robots! Team Green! Questioneers: Ada Twist, Scientist Series : Ghost Busted Show Me the Bunny Ada Twist, Scientist: Brainstorm Book 5-Minute Ada Twist, Scientist Stories The Questioneers Big Project Book Series : Iggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing Architects Rosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold Engineers Ada Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar Scientists Sofia Valdez's Big Project Book for Awesome Activists Aaron Slater's Big Project Book for Astonishing Artists, An instant #1 New York Times bestseller An instant USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller The newest picture book from the creators of Iggy Peck, Architect ; Rosie Revere, Engineer ; and Ada Twist, Scientist stars Sofia Valdez, a community leader who stands up for what she believes in Every morning, Abuelo walks Sofia to school . . . until one day, when Abuelo hurts his ankle at a local landfill and he can no longer do so. Sofia (aka Sofi) misses her Abuelo and wonders what she can do about the dangerous Mount Trashmore. Then she gets an idea--the town can turn the slimy mess into a park She brainstorms and plans and finally works up the courage to go to City Hall--only to be told by a clerk that she can't build a park because she's just a kid Sofia is down but not out, and she sets out to prove what one kid can do. Collect them all Add these other STEM favorites from #1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts to your family library today Rosie Revere, Engineer Iggy Peck, Architect Ada Twist, Scientist Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants Ada Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar Scientists Iggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing Architects Rosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold Engineers Questioneers Family Calendar