We the People Is All the People
A Picture Book
Will be published approx. on 28. May 2026
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-1-4197-7649-6 (ISBN)
Description
Who are the "we" of "we the people"? This collaboration between award-winning artist Duncan Tonatiuh and author Howard W. Reeves celebrates inclusion, exploring what the preamble to our United States constitution leaves unsaid.
Three starred reviews! We the People Is All the People is "a clearly rendered tribute to community care and unity that's anchored in hues of red, white, and blue." (Publishers Weekly)
We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union . . .
Who are the "we the people" mentioned in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution? They are our neighbors next door, down the street, or across the country. They live in different places, worship in different ways, come from different backgrounds and histories. They struggle, achieve, and overcome. They are you, and me, and us.
Because, as we strive to create a more perfect union, "we" should mean "all."
This beautiful picture book celebration of the best of America includes the preamble to the United States Constitution as well as notes from the author and artist.
Also look for the Spanish-language edition, Nosotros, el pueblo somos todos.
Three starred reviews! We the People Is All the People is "a clearly rendered tribute to community care and unity that's anchored in hues of red, white, and blue." (Publishers Weekly)
We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union . . .
Who are the "we the people" mentioned in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution? They are our neighbors next door, down the street, or across the country. They live in different places, worship in different ways, come from different backgrounds and histories. They struggle, achieve, and overcome. They are you, and me, and us.
Because, as we strive to create a more perfect union, "we" should mean "all."
This beautiful picture book celebration of the best of America includes the preamble to the United States Constitution as well as notes from the author and artist.
Also look for the Spanish-language edition, Nosotros, el pueblo somos todos.
Reviews / Votes
***STARRED REVIEW***"Reeves' text provides readers with ample space and opportunity to leverage their imaginations...Tonatiuh's sublime artwork favors sharp color contrasts and warm close-ups...Ingeniously profound in its acknowledgment that the U.S. truly is a land of differences." * Kirkus Reviews * ***STARRED REVIEW***
"A beautiful reminder that America is shaped by many different -stories and experiences, and that the goal is to continue expanding who is included in that "we." Perfect for all -libraries." * School Library Journal * ***STARRED REVIEW***
"A straightforward and inclusive message distinguishes this powerfully wrought narrative definition of "we" from Reeves, making his picture book debut, and Tonatiuh (Game of Freedom), which opens with the U.S. Constitution's Preamble...It's a clearly rendered tribute to community care and unity that's anchored in hues of red, white, and blue." * Publishers Weekly * "Timely and important." * The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books * "Timely and heartfelt...a brilliant visual metaphor for our common humanity and shared visions for a more perfect union." * Horn Book Magazine *
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Abrams
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Preschool to Third Grade, Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Illustrations
Full-color illustrations throughout
Dimensions
Height: 279 mm
Width: 229 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
490 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4197-7649-6 (9781419776496)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
E-Book
04/2026
Abrams Books for Young Readers
€17.49
Available for download
Persons
Howard W. Reeves is an editor of many award-winning picture books and novels for children and adults. His work often focuses on American history, and he is passionate about editing books that celebrate diversity, equality, and inclusion. He was one of the founding instructors for the School of Visual Arts MFA Design Program. Reeves lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Duncan Tonatiuh is an award-winning author-illustrator whose accolades include a Pura Belpre Medal and multiple honors, the Robert F. Sibert Medal, the Tomas Rivera Mexican American Children's Book Award, the Americas Award, the Jane Addams Children's Book Award, and multiple Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List selections and New York Times Best Illustrated mentions. Both Mexican and American, Tonatiuh aims to create images and stories that honor the past but are still relevant to people today, especially children. He grew up in and currently lives in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, with his wife and children, but travels to the United States often.
Duncan Tonatiuh is an award-winning author-illustrator whose accolades include a Pura Belpre Medal and multiple honors, the Robert F. Sibert Medal, the Tomas Rivera Mexican American Children's Book Award, the Americas Award, the Jane Addams Children's Book Award, and multiple Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List selections and New York Times Best Illustrated mentions. Both Mexican and American, Tonatiuh aims to create images and stories that honor the past but are still relevant to people today, especially children. He grew up in and currently lives in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, with his wife and children, but travels to the United States often.