Leyendas/Legends

Celebrate 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 Little Leaders and Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Did you know … A famous Colombian singer wrote her first song at just eight years old and had a record deal by thirteen. The work of a Mexican chemist led to the discovery of the hole in the ozone layer. The youngest congresswoman in US history is Puerto Rican. Discover 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.   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!