A Signed Book with an Extraordinary Story
Own a piece of history deeply connected to the Todos Juntos mission! This #1 New York Times Bestseller "Just Shine!: How to Be a Better You" by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor comes personally signed by Justice Sotomayor herself, but this book holds even deeper meaning.
The Todos Juntos Connection:
When our Executive Director Christina attended Justice Sotomayor's signing event wearing her Todos Juntos shirt, Justice Sotomayor looked at the shirt's message and declared: "You're right...language should never be a barrier."
That evening, Justice Sotomayor spoke about:
- The immense love she had for her mami and how it took her 66 years to realize her mother had been her best and most important teacher
- The importance of children having access to books in their native language
- Her own struggles learning English as an immigrant child
- The power of education to transform lives and communities
These are the same values Todos Juntos champions every single day.
About the Book:
Inspired by her own mother's story, Justice Sotomayor shares the tale of Celina, a young girl from Puerto Rico with an incredible ability to make everyone around her shine. Through kindness, compassion, and caring for her community, Celina's light spreads from a sugarcane farm in Puerto Rico to her new life in the United States, where she continues to brighten the lives of everyone she meets.
Beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Jacqueline Alcántara, this hardcover celebrates how helping others shine makes the whole world brighter, a message that perfectly reflects our mission of family empowerment and dual-generation learning.
Perfect for:
- Collectors of Supreme Court memorabilia and signed first editions
- Families who want to inspire their children with stories of Latino excellence and resilience
- Anyone who values education, bilingual identity, and the power of community
- A meaningful gift celebrating the strength of immigrant mothers and their children
- Educators building culturally-responsive libraries
- A treasured keepsake that honors both Justice Sotomayor's legacy and the Todos Juntos mission
Why This Matters:
This signed book represents more than a famous signature, it's a tangible connection between the first Latina Supreme Court Justice and an organization transforming immigrant families' lives through education. Justice Sotomayor's mother's story mirrors the journeys of countless Todos Juntos families: mothers who never stopped believing in their children, who valued education above all else, and who taught through love even when language felt like a barrier.
ONE OF A KIND - This specific book carries the weight of a personal moment between Justice Sotomayor and Todos Juntos. It cannot be replicated.
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Donated By:
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