Bibliograph

Portraits of Hispanic American heroes, by Juan Felipe Herrera ; paintings by Raul Colon

Type

Label

Portraits of Hispanic American heroes, by Juan Felipe Herrera ; paintings by Raul Colon

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 92-96)

resource.biographical

collective biography

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

8-12, Brodart

resource.interestGradeLevel

3-7, Brodart

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Portraits of Hispanic American heroes

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

861069020

Responsibility statement

by Juan Felipe Herrera ; paintings by Raul Colon

resource.studyProgramName

Accelerated Reader, MG, 7.7, 3.Reading Counts, 6-8, 8.2, 6.

Summary

"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 Rodriguez Trias, 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"--, Provided by publisher"Twenty Hispanic American artists, scientists, athletes, activists and political leaders are profiled in this stunning picture book, complete with inspirational quotes and distinctive expressionist portraits"--, Provided by publisher

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Contributor