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Leyendas/Legends: 60 Latine People Who Changed the World
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BiographyGeneral Juvenile Nonfiction
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ISBN10: 1797211986
ISBN13: 9781797211985
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: Aug 26 2025
Pages: 132
Weight: 2.07
Height: 0.71 Width: 10.08 Depth: 9.69
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781797211985
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: Aug 26 2025
Pages: 132
Weight: 2.07
Height: 0.71 Width: 10.08 Depth: 9.69
Language: English
Celebrate sixty legendary Latine icons who have changed the world--from artists to engineers to activists and more! This gorgeous illustrated compendium is perfect for readers of Little Leaders and Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Did you know ...
- A famous Colombian singer wrote her first song at just eight years old and had a record deal by thirteen.
- The work of a Mexican chemist led to the discovery of the hole in the ozone layer.
- The youngest congresswoman in US history is Puerto Rican.
Discover the stories of sixty inspiring figures--including celebrities and icons like Frida Kahlo, Roberto Clemente, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Sonia Sotomayor, Shakira, Walter Mercado, Elizabeth Acevedo, and Jharrel Jerome--in this beautifully illustrated, celebratory collection showcasing the multitude of talent within the Latine community. Each extraordinary person has a unique story--from artists who have shaped pop culture to athletes who have won championships to activists who have changed laws and so many more--and this empowering book shows that anyone can make a difference in the world if they set to their mind to it! REAL-LIFE ROLE MODELS: This collection is filled with real-life role models, both current and historical, for aspiring artists, scientists, and activists--particularly Latine children--to relate to and see themselves in. GREAT TEACHING RESOURCE: Offering a fresh take on traditional history or biography books for kids, Leyendas/Legends profiles famous modern-day figures as well as past and lesser-known heroes. Makes an excellent addition to classroom and library collections for young readers eager for books that represent and celebrate people of all backgrounds. EMPOWERING READ-ALOUD: Great for reading aloud together during story time or bedtime, this volume is full of satisfying, bite-sized biographical stories that encourage conversation, connection, and dreaming big. INSPIRING GIFT: With vibrant visuals and engaging stories, this exciting contemporary nonfiction book for kids makes a great gift for almost any giving moment, from birthdays to holidays to special celebrations. Perfect for:
- Readers who love biographies of inspirational historical figures
- Teachers and librarians looking for multicultural books
- Fans of Latine musicians, writers, activists, artists, athletes, scientists, and more
- Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month resource book
- Gift-giving for birthdays, including quinceañeras, holidays, graduation, and any special occasion
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