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Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States

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Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States

Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States

Celebrate 30 influential Latinas/Latinos/Latinxs in U.S. history with Nuestra AmĂ©rica, a fully-illustrated anthology from the Smithsonian Latino Center. Nuestra AmĂ©rica highlights the inspiring stories of thirty Latina/o/xs throughout history and their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States. The stories in this book cover each figure's cultural background, childhood, and the challenges and opportunities they met in pursuit of their goals. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide, created by the Smithsonian Latino Center, encourage further research and exploration. Twenty-three of the stories featured in this anthology will also be included in the future Molina Family Latino Gallery, the first national gallery dedicated to Latina/o/xs at the Smithsonian. This book is a must-have for teachers looking to create a more inclusive curriculum, Latina/o/x youth who need to see themselves represented as an important part of the American story, and all parents who want their kids to have a better understanding of American history. Featuring beautiful portraits by Gloria FĂ©lix, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. Nuestra AmĂ©rica profiles the following notable figures: Sylvia Acevedo, Luis Álvarez, Pura BelprĂ©, Martha E. Bernal, Julia de Burgos, CĂ©sar ChĂĄvez, Sandra Cisneros, Roberto Clemente, Celia Cruz, Olga E. Custodio, Óscar de la Renta, Jaime Escalante, Macario GarcĂ­a, Emma GonzĂĄlez, Laurie HernĂĄndez, Juan Felipe Herrera, Dolores Huerta, Jennifer Lopez, Xiuhtezcatl MartĂ­nez, Sylvia MĂ©ndez, Lin-Manuel Miranda, C. David Molina, Rita Moreno, Ellen Ochoa, Jorge Ramos, Sylvia Rivera, MarĂ­a Elena Salinas, Sonia Sotomayor, Dara Torres, and Robert Unanue. A Spanish edition, Nuesta AmĂ©rica: 30 latinas/latinos inspiradores que han forjado la historia de Los Estados Unidos, is also available for purchase.
ASIN: 0762497475
VSKU: PKV.0762497475.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Vourvoulias, Sabrina|Félix, Gloria
Binding: Hardcover
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Excellent condition with just a hint of character. Minor signs of love, but the pages are still clean and ready for adventure.
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Celebrate 30 influential Latinas/Latinos/Latinxs in U.S. history with Nuestra AmĂ©rica, a fully-illustrated anthology from the Smithsonian Latino Center. Nuestra AmĂ©rica highlights the inspiring stories of thirty Latina/o/xs throughout history and their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States. The stories in this book cover each figure's cultural background, childhood, and the challenges and opportunities they met in pursuit of their goals. A glossary of terms and discussion question-filled reading guide, created by the Smithsonian Latino Center, encourage further research and exploration. Twenty-three of the stories featured in this anthology will also be included in the future Molina Family Latino Gallery, the first national gallery dedicated to Latina/o/xs at the Smithsonian. This book is a must-have for teachers looking to create a more inclusive curriculum, Latina/o/x youth who need to see themselves represented as an important part of the American story, and all parents who want their kids to have a better understanding of American history. Featuring beautiful portraits by Gloria FĂ©lix, this is a book that children (and adults) will page through and learn from again and again. Nuestra AmĂ©rica profiles the following notable figures: Sylvia Acevedo, Luis Álvarez, Pura BelprĂ©, Martha E. Bernal, Julia de Burgos, CĂ©sar ChĂĄvez, Sandra Cisneros, Roberto Clemente, Celia Cruz, Olga E. Custodio, Óscar de la Renta, Jaime Escalante, Macario GarcĂ­a, Emma GonzĂĄlez, Laurie HernĂĄndez, Juan Felipe Herrera, Dolores Huerta, Jennifer Lopez, Xiuhtezcatl MartĂ­nez, Sylvia MĂ©ndez, Lin-Manuel Miranda, C. David Molina, Rita Moreno, Ellen Ochoa, Jorge Ramos, Sylvia Rivera, MarĂ­a Elena Salinas, Sonia Sotomayor, Dara Torres, and Robert Unanue. A Spanish edition, Nuesta AmĂ©rica: 30 latinas/latinos inspiradores que han forjado la historia de Los Estados Unidos, is also available for purchase.
ASIN: 0762497475
VSKU: PKV.0762497475.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Vourvoulias, Sabrina|Félix, Gloria
Binding: Hardcover
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Excellent condition with just a hint of character. Minor signs of love, but the pages are still clean and ready for adventure.
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