Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters

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In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America’s children.
 
Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and ...
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Overview

In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America’s children.
 
Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and promise of childhood.
 
This beautiful book celebrates the characteristics that unite all Americans, from our nation’s founders to generations to come. It is about the potential within each of us to pursue our dreams and forge our own paths. It is a treasure to cherish with your family forever.


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In this letter to his daughter Malia and Sasha, President Barack Obama personalizes the precepts that have made our country great. By singling out thirteen remarkable Americans, he shows how each embodies traits that all of us, regardless of age, can admire and emulate. Loren Long's evocative illustrations strike just the right note.

School Library Journal
Gr 2–5—In characteristically measured prose, the 44th President introduces 13 American icons and heroes as exemplars of personal virtues, from Georgia O'Keeffe (creativity) and Jackie Robinson (courage) to Helen Keller (strength) and Cesar Chavez (inspiration). Though he includes Billie Holiday in his gallery (a gifted singer, but an iffy role model) along with a free translation of Chavez's !Si se puede! as "Yes, you can!" (which was his campaign slogan: the official UFW version is a more accurate but stiffer "Yes, it can be done!"), Obama offers general but cogent summations of why each figure merits admiration—Martin Luther King Jr., for instance, "taught us unyielding compassion," and Helen Keller, "never waiting for life to get easier," "gave others courage to face their challenges." Long's superb technical gifts and gentle sense of humor shine in the pictures. Posed nobly and, usually, hard at work in full-page scenes, each man or woman also appears as a willowy but recognizable child on the facing and following pages, joining a growing crowd of young observers gazing across the center stitching and exchanging symbolic tools of their various trades. Their ranks swelled with more children, these younger versions turn to face viewers on the penultimate spread, followed by a closing painting of the author walking with his daughters and a page of reasonably accurate historical notes. As well as offering thought-provoking choices and commentary, this stately outing leads naturally to Lynne Cheney's more populous America: A Patriotic Primer (S & S, 2002) as first introductions to our country's great ones.—John Peters, formerly at New York Public Library
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Already the author of two books for adults, President Obama turns toward young Americans with this picture book tribute to 13 men and women--and corresponding qualities of character--that demonstrate the nation's best. Written before he took office, the book directly addresses daughters Sasha and Malia, who appear throughout, joined by young versions of Georgia O'Keeffe, Helen Keller, Sitting Bull (a selection that's already generating controversy), Neil Armstrong, and the rest--a tangible reminder that every hero, artist, and explorer was once a child. Obama asks a series of questions, followed by poetic descriptions of each famous American. "Have I told you that you don't give up?" appears opposite Martin Luther King, Jr., hands joined in solidarity with civil rights supporters; "Have I told you to be proud to be American?" accompanies a winter scene of General George Washington encouraging a trio of soldiers ("He helped make an idea into a new country, strong and true"). On the left side of each spread, the growing chorus of children faces Long's paintings--by turns majestic, whimsical, and rousing--as though watching history unfold. The group is highly diverse, both in backgrounds and accomplishments, creating a collective portrait of citizens' inspiration, dedication, and bravery. Ages 3–up. (Nov.)
Children's Literature
Using the format of a letter to his daughters, President Obama asks on each double page, "Have I told you...?" First, "...that you are creative?" introduces Georgia O'Keefe as the artist example. "...that you are smart?" offers Albert Einstein. Other qualities he says his daughters share are bravery, with baseball player Jackie Robinson; being a healer, like Sitting Bull; a song, like Billie Holiday; strength, like Helen Keller; kindness, like Jane Addams; being an explorer like Neil Armstrong; inspiring, like Cesar Chavez; and proud to be an American, like George Washington. Also noted are Maya Lin, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Abraham Lincoln. In spare but inspiring language Obama notes that America "...is made up of people of every kind...they are all part of you...you are the future..." Girls the age of Obama's daughters are shown painted with acrylics with their dog on the jacket and then on the bare white left page gazing at a young example and at the detailed naturalistic illustration of the subject across the gutter. Each subsequent spread adds the example to the watchers gazing at the new example. Each carries a symbolic tool: brushes for the painter, a rocket ship for the explorer, etc. The growth of the observing crowd creates a sense of swelling waves until the final double-page spread depicts scores of youngsters of varying ethnicities added to those already on the scene, all with peaceful, happy expressions. The message is both positive and uplifting. There are added factual notes on all included people. Reviewer: Ken Marantz and Sylvia Marantz

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780375935275
  • Publisher: Random House Children's Books
  • Publication date: 11/16/2010
  • Format: Library Binding
  • Edition description: Library Edition
  • Pages: 40
  • Sales rank: 705,031
  • Age range: 6 - 8 Years
  • Lexile: 0830L (what's this?)
  • Product dimensions: 9.42 (w) x 12.26 (h) x 0.35 (d)

Meet the Author

Barack Obama is the forty-fourth President of the United States. Born in Hawaii to a mother from Kansas and a father from Kenya, he himself is now the father of two daughters, Malia and Sasha. They inspired him to write Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters. President Obama is the author of Dreams from My Father and The Audacity of Hope, both international bestsellers.

Loren Long is the bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator of many beloved books for children, including Drummer Boy and the New York Times bestseller Otis. Born in Missouri and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, he is also the illustrator of Watty Piper’s The Little Engine That Could. He lives in Ohio with his wife, Tracy, and their two sons, Griffith and Graham.

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  • Posted September 28, 2010

    Proud of MY PRESIDENT- very loving gesture

    Please leave the negative, hateful, personal comments on your negative, hateful blogs. And PLEASE get the truth from a reliable source (not Faux News)before you start spouting off. This is a forum for people who enjoy actually reading books and giving others honest reviews.

    This sounds like a beautiful letter to his daughters to let them know how proud he is to be an American and how proud he is of the people who came before him to help shape this country.

    68 out of 86 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 16, 2010

    Perfect Christmas Present

    After reading my neighbor's copy, I am now buying this beautiful, thoughtful book for every child on my Christmas list -- and a few of the adults as well. The uplifting message of the book, as well as the obvious love for family and country, will not only benefit children but may also comfort their parents through this period of economic stress and political ugliness. The patriotism and faith that America will always overcome setbacks and even failures radiates from every page.

    35 out of 40 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 21, 2010

    A Touching story from a father to his daughters.

    I wonderful story for the whole family to share. A very touching account of our history and what we can be because of it. Anything is possible.

    8 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 2, 2010

    Beautiful Book

    This is truly a wonderful, beautifully illustrated, and well-written book. The historical figures highlighted are inspirational and the narration is superb. I like the way the textboxes expand and you can read along with the narrator as many times as you'd like. Beautiful illustrations made even better with the back-lit device.

    5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 20, 2010

    FOUR STARS - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

    It' a shame that no matter what our President does, there's someone who inappropriately criticizes him. this guy can't get a break! There has been no other President more maligned than Mr. Obama, including Richard Nixon. Can we at least support him when it comes to a children's book? May God help us all.

    4 out of 12 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted January 2, 2011

    Beautiful

    an amazing story in all

    3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 4, 2011

    Every daughter should receive this from her dad.

    My son gave this book to his nine-year-old daughter. After a few read-throughs she was repeating her favorite quotes verbatim. She truly loved this book, although she is not an avid reader. It will have a positive influence on any child. Whether you lean left, right, or not at all please don't ignore the message this book offers.

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 26, 2010

    Politics Aside, An Excellent Read

    This book is touching, poignant, and patriotic. Regardless of personal feelings about the President, politics, or the party in office, few can argue that he is one of THE great orators and writers in American history. He uses this book both to exhort his daughters, heralding their intellect and creativity, while paying homage to some of the most brilliant minds in American History. This book is educational in its lesdons of American History and thoughtful in that it gibes the reader the opportunity to say to our children, especially our girls, that they are capable, beatiful and worthy.

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 1, 2012

    great childrens book

    when i read this book it was so heartwarming!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 14, 2011

    A must read for kids ...i loved this book

    For the i sing is a book that even little kids will understand and enjoy. It also shows that everyone is unique and not always the same. It tells about people who haved changed the woeld and this book changed my life!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted July 21, 2011

    Bbe

    (That means best book ever) be sure to buy

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 19, 2011

    Great for 13 year olds and below

    This book is very cute. It brings home the fact that you can do anything...by simply elaborating on your ideas, seeing them through, and having a little faith.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted March 29, 2011

    Beautiful Children's Book!

    This lovely book just happens to have been written by a loving father, Dad and husband that we all know. It's obvious that he loves his daughters very much. This book is meant to show children that they can reach for the stars and be all they can be even when the journey seems difficult and even impossible using examples of famous American heroes. The book reminds them they have everything inside them that they need to succeed. It is meant to inspire and is beautifully written and illustrated. I thank the POTUS for taking the time to share his love of all Americas children with us. You can see him reading parts of it on YouTube with an audience of 60 second graders. Also look for the illustrator talking about the drawings. I will buy one for my NookColor and a couple of hard copies for school.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted March 20, 2011

    Great!

    It was awsome and I would recomend it to all teachers to read to their class!

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted February 24, 2011

    wonderful book

    $o @m@zing!? dont you @gree with me

    1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 21, 2011

    must read

    this book is so good from the moment i picked it up to the moment i finshed it

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 20, 2011

    perfect

    great read for all children. as a teacher ands mother i will have multiple copies.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted February 19, 2011

    Inspiring

    This book is an amazing way to teach young children about the important people who shaped our country in a way they can connect with. It also teaches diversity and equality so we can raise the next generation proud of who they are

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted February 13, 2011

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    Very Educational!!

    I loved this book and believe that all parents should read it to the children.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted February 12, 2011

    very inspiring

    my son's teacher read this, and he always admired obama and this book eas something

    1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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