That Girl on TV Could Be Me!

That Girl on TV Could Be Me!icon

by Leticia Ordaz

Publisher
Immedium Publishing
Publication
Nov 17, 2020
Format
Hardback
Illustrated
Yes
Price
16.95
Dimensions
8.5 x 10.5 in
ISBN
9781597021517
Pages
36
Age
3 - 8 years
Category
Character DevelopmentGeneral Juvenile NonfictionIllustrated Picture Books

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🌍 World Wide Rights Available

Description

Enjoy the first children's picture book about becoming a TV news anchor. Amazingly illustrated, this inspiring Latina autobiography features a bilingual Spanish translation.

Growing up near Sacramento, CA, little Leticia dreams of being a TV newscaster. But no one on TV looks like her. This shy, small-town girl overcomes barriers, like her fear of public speaking, to become the first in her hardworking Mexican family to attend college.

Then, starting as an intern, she climbs the ladder, travels to different cities, and reports on a rainbow of stories. Eventually can she land her dream job... to work at her hometown Channel 3? Join Leticia on her exciting journey to become that TV anchor who will encourage the next generation of children to attain their goals.

Children watch television every day but have never read a storybook about making a career in TV news... until now! Kids will be inspired by Leticia’s educational, funny, and poignant experiences. Parents will appreciate the perspective of a working woman and Latinx role model. Teachers and librarians will value the bilingual translation in Spanish and glossary of TV terms.

This autobiography is topical, as immigrants and women continue the struggle to claim their rightful place in America. The dynamic illustrations by Juan Calle go behind the scenes to show how breaking news is covered in a way no other storybook has done before. Join Leticia on her inspiring journey to achieve the American Dream.

“All children need attention to the spark that ignites their ambition. Leticia's true life quest for excellence in TV News is charmingly told and illustrated and will be the example that shows you the way.”
―Lois Hart and Dave Walker, first CNN TV anchors

Awards & Endorsements

Award
Bank Street College of Education: 2021 Best Children's Picture Books in Spanish

2021 International Latino Book Award: Best non-fiction children's picture book

Author(s)

Leticia Ordaz

Leticia Ordaz is an Emmy-nominated anchor/reporter. She’s covered some of the biggest stories in the country. Leticia joined KCRA 3 in 2003 as a general assignment reporter. She anchors weekend mornings on KCRA 3 and reports weekday mornings on KCRA 3 and My58. Leticia is a graduate of California State University, Sacramento, where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications with a minor in government. When she is not covering news stories, she is busy promoting literacy by teaming up with schools and non-profits to read to students and young hospital patients. Leticia is an award-winning author and mother of two young boys. She is a member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, the San Francisco/Northern California Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, and the International Society of Latino Authors (ISLA).

Illustrator(s)

Juan Calle

Juan Calle is the artist of popular storybooks The Year of the Rooster, The Discovery of Ramen / Fireworks & Gunpowder / Anime & Manga, That Girl of TV Could Be Me, and Awesome Asian Americans.

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