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