Be Bold! Be Brave! 11 Latinas who made U.S. History
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This bilingual book that highlights 11 Latinas who excelled in various fields including medicine, science, sports, art and politics. By presenting the true biographical stories of these outstanding Latinas in rhyming verses, young readers will easily follow their journey to success. Some of the women highlighted include Antonia Novello (first female Surgeon General in the U.S.), Ellen Ochoa (first Latina to go to space), Sonia Sotomayor (first Latina Supreme Court Justice,) Rita Moreno (first Latina to win an Oscar), Selena, and Pura Belpre (first Latina to incorporate and promote bilingual literacy in Public Libraries).
Language: Spanish,Spanish (Bilingual Eng/Sp)
Heritage & History: Hispanic Heritage and History
Themes for Children: Social Studies and Biography, Strong Girls and Women
Genre: Biography
Audiobook: No
Age Level: 6-9
Book Series: Sports Biographies: Hispanic Heritage, The Life and Legacy of Pura Belpré, Music and Musicians: Hispanic Heritage, Biographies for Kids: Hispanic Heritage, The Legacy of César Chávez and Dolores Huerta, Sonia Sotomayor: Books for Kids and Teens, Celebrating Women's History: Latina Trailblazers, Stars, Planets, and Space: Diverse Books for Kids