Alma and How She Got Her Name Tonie
Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela believes she has too many names: six! How did such a small person wind up with such a large name? Then, Alma learns about Sofia, the grandmother who loved books and flowers; Esperanza, the great-grandmother who longed to travel; José, the grandfather who was an artist; and other namesakes too.
This Caldecott Honor story by Juana Martinez-Neal teaches children to be proud of their names and their stories. Through bilingual book-to-song adaptations and interactive activities with the author, children will explore their heritage and share their own stories.
This Tonie teaches kids about:
- Spanish language
- Identity
- Self-love
- Celebrating heritage
- Names and family tree
Songs and Stories / Canciones y Cuentos:
1. Alma and How She Got Her Name (in English)
2. Alma y Cómo Obtuvo Su Nombre (en Espanol)
3. Author's Note
4. Esta soy yo 🎵
5. Familia 🎵
6. Casita 🎵
7. Pajarito 🎵
8. Translation Trivia Activity
Total Run Time: 30 minutes