America's Dreaming
Bob McKinnon
Jun 2026 · Penguin Random House Audio · Narrated by Bob McKinnon, Renika Williams-Blutcher, Kirby Heyborne, Vico Ortiz, Charles Linshaw, Rory McKinnon, Carlin McKinnon, and Andie McKinnon
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A stunning, uniquely told story about seeking inspiration from our past to become our best selves in the present, from the New York Times bestselling author of Three Little Engines. A beautiful way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!
Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever desperately wanted to fit in? America understands how you feel.
America dreams of adventures, making new friends, and being strong. But America’s first day at a new school turns out to be a nightmare.
Fortunately, America’s new teacher introduces the Welcome Wagon—a cart filled with books about real-life historical figures who also had trouble feeling accepted. When America falls asleep that night, Amelia Earhart, Sojourner Truth, Martin Luther King Jr., and Emma Lazarus jump off the pages to share their stories—inspiring America to return to school the next day and make their dreams come true.
While we never see America, Bob McKinnon’s lyrical writing helps readers see the world through America’s eyes and encourages us all to be as kind as we are brave, because everyone always deserves to feel welcome.
Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever desperately wanted to fit in? America understands how you feel.
America dreams of adventures, making new friends, and being strong. But America’s first day at a new school turns out to be a nightmare.
Fortunately, America’s new teacher introduces the Welcome Wagon—a cart filled with books about real-life historical figures who also had trouble feeling accepted. When America falls asleep that night, Amelia Earhart, Sojourner Truth, Martin Luther King Jr., and Emma Lazarus jump off the pages to share their stories—inspiring America to return to school the next day and make their dreams come true.
While we never see America, Bob McKinnon’s lyrical writing helps readers see the world through America’s eyes and encourages us all to be as kind as we are brave, because everyone always deserves to feel welcome.
A stunning, uniquely told story about seeking inspiration from our past to become our best selves in the present, from the New York Times bestselling author of Three Little Engines. A beautiful way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!
Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever desperately want...
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About the author
Bob McKinnon (he/him) is a writer, podcast host, children’s author, and teacher. What unites all of his work is the desire to help people move up in life—just as others have helped him. Learn more about his work and his own American dream story at movingupusa.com.
Bob McKinnon (he/him) is a writer, podcast host, children’s author, and teacher. What unites all of his work is the desire to help people move up in life—just as others have helped him. Learn more about his work and his own American dream story at movingupusa.com.
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