Portraits of Hispanic American Heroes

An inspiring tribute to Hispanic Americans who have made a positive impact on the world

This visually stunning book showcases twenty Hispanic and Latino American men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the arts, politics, science, humanitarianism, and athletics. Gorgeous portraits complement sparkling biographies of Cesar Chavez, Sonia Sotomayor, Ellen Ochoa, Roberto Clemente, and many more. Complete with timelines and famous quotes, this tome is a magnificent homage to those who have shaped our nation.

In this volume: Adelina Otero-Warren, Bernardo de Galvez, Cesar Chavez, David Farragut, Dennis Chavez, Desi Arnaz, Dolores Huerta, Ellen Ochoa, Helen Rodr guez Tr as, Hero Street USA, Ignacio Lozano, Jaime Escalante, Joan Baez, Judy Baca, Julia de Burgos, Luis Alvarez, Rita Moreno, Roberte Clemente, Sonia Sotomayor, and Tomas Rivera

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Dial Books
Published: 08/07/2014
ISBN: 9780803738096
Pages: 96
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.00w x 0.60d
Award: Pura Belpre Award - Honor Book
Award: Americas Award for Children & Young Adult Literature - Commended
Award: Georgia Children's Book Award - Finalist

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 08/04/2014
School Library Journal 11/01/2014 pg. 134
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/0001

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 169702 / Portraits of Hispanic American Heroes
Reading Level: 7.7 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 3