Watch Me: A Story of Immigration and Inspiration

Doyin Richards
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A picture book about immigration, Watch Me is based on the author's father's own story. Joe came to America from Africa when he was young. He worked hard in school, made friends, and embraced his new home. Like so many immigrants before and after him, Joe succeeded when many thought he would fail.
Genres: Picture BooksCulturalChildrensBiography MemoirAfrican AmericanNonfictionFamilyBiographyAfricaSierra Leone
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