mexican americans

Reyna Grande chronicles her life as an undocumented immigrant, from her border crossing at age nine, discussing her difficult relationship with her father, and other complications with her family during childhood.

Book smart teen Lola's summer plans are derailed when she is sent to live with her grandmother in Mexico City and learns a family secret that changes her life forever. With the help of two new friends, Lola sets out to break a family curse and learns more about herself than she ever thought possible.

"Follow Cesar Chavez and the National Farmworkers Association as they set out on a difficult 300-mile protest march in support of farm workers' rights. A story of hope, solidarity, and perseverance, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the famous Latino American Civil Rights leader -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations"--.

Newcastle United's favorite player, Santiago Mu??ez, reaches superstardom and starts to live every footballer's dream when he is transferred to Real Madrid to play in the UEFA European Champions League. He gets to play alongside some of the greatest players, including David Beckham. As Santiago basks in the glory, acclaim and money, he discovers that success has an ugly face, one that threatens to destroy everything he has worked for and everyone that he loves.

"A powerful, three-generation epic saga of the Sanchez family as told by the eldest son. From the very beginnings of his father's adventurous journey from Mexico to California in the 1920s, to his brother Chucho's tragic rebellion of the 1950s, to the stark realities of modern day, the struggle to live the American dream is sometimes darkened but never diminished"--Container.

When thirteen-year-old Javier Moreno transfers to Howard Middle School, his skill as a striker is already well known; but when he starts hogging the ball and showing off, it is up to his friend Aimee to remind him that soccer is a team sport.

Little Lobo is excited for the big show--his favorite wrestler, El Toro, will be performing. But first, he has to deliver food to all the hungry luchadores. Quesadillas, churros, kabobs, kimchi, elotes, burritos--there are so many food trucks! Ride along with Little Lobo and his dog, Bernabe, on Lobo's new bike as they explore all the delicious food found in his town and learn some English along the way!.

Exciting adventures appear at every turn as children are introduced to Mexico and learn about the country's interesting landscape, history, and culture, as well as life for Mexican Americans.

Examines the historical struggles between globalization and national sovereignty in the creation of "authentic" Mexican food.

"Pedro Martin's grown up in the U.S. hearing stories about his legendary abuelito, but during a family road trip to Mexico, he connects with his grandfather and learns more about his own Mexican identity in this . . . graphic memoir"--Provided by publisher.