Tomatoes in My Lunchbox
Costantia Manoli
Illustrated by Magdalena Mora
21 June 2022Synopsis
A moving picture book from a debut author about the first day of school, layered with themes about the immigrant experience and the universal experience of feeling out of place.
A child, newly arrived in another country, feels displaced, lonely, and a little scared on her first day of school. Her name doesn't sound the way she's used to hearing it....
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21 June 2022
9781250763129Reviews
"[A] beautifully told and illustrated story that expresses, with sensitivity and inspired use of figurative language, a child’s attempt to fit with the dominant culture—a common experience that will resonate with many readers and inspire empathy in others." —Kirkus, starred review
"An excellent choice for back to school and “new kid” picture book collections. This will resonate with many readers." —School Library Journal, starred review
"[S]ensitively articulated... [with] lushly wrought illustrations" —Publishers Weekly, starred review
"A comforting book for a child who may feel isolated due to an uncommon name, or for one feeling uprooted and adrift in a new place." —Horn Book Magazine
"An expressive picture book that articulates a young immigrant’s viewpoint." —Booklist
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