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Dolores Huerta always knew that helping others in her community was important. So when she became a teacher and saw how hard it was for her students from farm families to find enough to eat, she knew there was more she could do. Dolores became a labor rights activist, fighting for better conditions for farm workers. She started unions so that workers would be treated more fairly. And she was also a leader of the women's rights movement. Though she faced discrimination for her gender and her ethnicity, she persisted and helped make life better for farm workers, Latinos, and women across the country.
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Monica Brown, readers learn about the amazing life of Dolores Huerta—and how she persisted.
Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Dolores Huerta's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum.
And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Sonia Sotomayor, Pura Belpré, Clara Lemlich, and more!
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9780593623589
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- ISBN: 9780593623589
- File size: 12950 KB
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- English
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September 1, 2024
Gr 1-4-This enlightening biography focuses on Dolores Huerta, who was born in 1930 in New Mexico. From a young age, Huerta exhibited a visionary spirit, recognizing the importance of helping others in her community. Despite being the only Mexican American in her college classes, she pursued her education and became a teacher, setting the stage for a lifelong dedication to advocacy. Huerta's career as a labor rights activist, union organizer, and women's rights leader was marked by her commitment to improving the lives of farmworkers, Latinx people, and women. Her work was fraught with risk taking and danger. Despite facing significant gender- and ethnic-based discrimination, Huerta persisted. Balancing motherhood-she is the mother of 11 children-with her tireless activism, Huerta made numerous sacrifices. Her efforts in the field of social justice led to over 20 arrests, and in 1988, she was severely beaten during a protest in San Francisco. Nevertheless, her relentless work brought about significant positive changes and earned her prestigious honors. The book includes an introduction, table of contents, and references, along with a list in the back matter of seven ways readers can become informed about societal issues and take action. The narrative is enriched by black-and-white illustrations, helping readers make cultural and historical connections. VERDICT An informative biography that highlights the importance of making difficult decisions and helping others, and an inspiring read for young audiences.-Lynne Stover
Copyright 2024 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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