Little Meena and the Big Swim/La Pequena Meena y El Gran Nado

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Written and Illustrated by: Lorna Gonsalves

Translated by: Ximena Diego

Synopsis:Little Meena and the Big Swim/La Pequeña Meena y el Gran Nado is a tale of collective triumph over bullying and greed. The story follows a group of young fish who, with the guidance of an elder, organize to make positive change in their community. To their amazement, they find that working together gives them superpowers.

At once joyful and poignant, the book will delight readers of all ages while leaving them with important lessons about how to harness the power of solidarity to benefit everyone.  

“This timely book encourages young readers to confront important issues like bullying and greed and collaboratively address challenges that might appear overwhelming. The accompanying art activity and song help to demonstrate the power of collective action with the theme of “stronger together.”  The book provides a platform for dialogue between generations, encouraging children to work with elders to find solutions, and to practice grassroots community organizing skills.” Ms. Elise Bryant, President of the Coalition of Labor Union Women, Founder and Director of the DC Labor Chorus

Written and Illustrated by: Lorna Gonsalves

Translated by: Ximena Diego

Synopsis:Little Meena and the Big Swim/La Pequeña Meena y el Gran Nado is a tale of collective triumph over bullying and greed. The story follows a group of young fish who, with the guidance of an elder, organize to make positive change in their community. To their amazement, they find that working together gives them superpowers.

At once joyful and poignant, the book will delight readers of all ages while leaving them with important lessons about how to harness the power of solidarity to benefit everyone.  

“This timely book encourages young readers to confront important issues like bullying and greed and collaboratively address challenges that might appear overwhelming. The accompanying art activity and song help to demonstrate the power of collective action with the theme of “stronger together.”  The book provides a platform for dialogue between generations, encouraging children to work with elders to find solutions, and to practice grassroots community organizing skills.” Ms. Elise Bryant, President of the Coalition of Labor Union Women, Founder and Director of the DC Labor Chorus

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ISBN: 979-8-9898025-1-7

Page Count: 36 pages

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““This children’s story tells a tale of how to respond when someone bigger and stronger is mean and unfair; it tells a tale of what a fish – or a child (or even an adult) – can do. Her story is timely and timeless, as she unfolds a simple truth that too often is forgotten.” Kurt Stand, PORTSIDE”
— Kurt Stand, Portside
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