{"product_id":"leyendas-legends-60-latine-people-who-changed-the-world-hardcover","title":"Leyendas\/Legends: 60 Latine People Who Changed the World - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMónica Mancillas\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eIsadora Zeferino\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCelebrate 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 \u003ci\u003eLittle Leaders \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eGood Night Stories for Rebel Girls\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDid you know ... \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A famous Colombian singer wrote her first song at just eight years old and had a record deal by thirteen. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The work of a Mexican chemist led to the discovery of the hole in the ozone layer. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The youngest congresswoman in US history is Puerto Rican. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDiscover 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eREAL-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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e GREAT TEACHING RESOURCE: Offering a fresh take on traditional history or biography books for kids, \u003ci\u003eLeyendas\/Legends\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Readers who love biographies of inspirational historical figures \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Teachers and librarians looking for multicultural books \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of Latine musicians, writers, activists, artists, athletes, scientists, and more \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Latinx\/Hispanic Heritage Month resource book \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Gift-giving for birthdays, including quinceañeras, holidays, graduation, and any special occasion \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMónica Mancillas\u003c\/b\u003e is a musician, educator, and author of picture books, middle-grade fiction, and nonfiction. She holds a BA in anthropology from the University of California, Berkeley. Her books include \u003ci\u003eMariana and Her Familia\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Worry Balloon\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHow to Speak in Spanglish\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSing It Like Celia\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eTaco Tuesdays\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in the United Kingdom with her much-adored daughter, husband, and dog, Annie. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eIsadora Zeferino\u003c\/b\u003e is an illustrator and comic book artist from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. They were featured in Taschen's \u003ci\u003eThe Illustrator: 100 Best from Around the World\u003c\/i\u003e, and they have created Brazilian covers for many beloved classics, including \u003ci\u003eA Wrinkle in Time\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMatilda\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Princess Diaries\u003c\/i\u003e. They live and work in Brazil.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.71 x 9.69 x 10.08 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 26, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52694573678899,"sku":"9781797211985","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/KUpJTSb7XP9781797211985.webp?v=1763067182","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/leyendas-legends-60-latine-people-who-changed-the-world-hardcover","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}