The Bronx Is My Home

"The Bronx Is My Home" is a beautiful picture book that takes young readers on an immersive journey through one of New York City's most vibrant boroughs. Through the eyes of Santiago and his Mami, children explore the rich tapestry of the Bronx, from its bustling streets and diverse cuisines like empanadas and cannolis, to its natural beauty at Pelham Bay and the Siwanoy Trail. The book celebrates cultural identity, family bonds, and the deep sense of pride that comes from belonging to a special community. It's an excellent read-aloud for younger children (4-7) and a wonderful independent read for early elementary students (7-11) interested in geography, culture, and community. Parents will appreciate its positive message and the opportunity to discuss what makes their own hometown special.

A picture book celebration of hometown pride including the history, landscape, cuisines, cultures, and activities unique to this vibrant community. Welcome to the Bronx, New York, where you can see bodegas and businesses bustling on every street, taste the most delicious empanadas in the world, smell the salty sea air of Pelham Bay, and pet horses at the Bronx Equestrian Center. From sunrise to sunset, Santiago and Mami have many treasures to enjoy in their neighborhood on a beautiful Saturday, including colorful birds on the Siwanoy Trail and fresh cannolis on Arthur Avenue. This energetic and joyful family story offers both a journey through and a love letter to this special borough. The Bronx Is My Home is a triumphant celebration of hometown pride, as well as a heartfelt invitation to all, for readers of My Papi Has a Motorcycle by Isabel Quintero, illustrated by Zeke Pena, and Saturday by Oge Mora.