united farm workers

"Cesar Chavez is famous for his role as a civil rights leader. But do you know what he was like as a child? From losing his childhood home to toiling in fields as a migrant worker, Cesar wanted to help. This . . . story of his childhood will help young readers connect with a historic figure and will inspire them to want to achieve greatness"--Provided by publisher.

Illustrated biography of Cesar Chavez, famous labor leader and civil rights activist who cofounded the National Farm Workers Association. Discusses his childhood, early leadership, protests and other actions, and his legacy. Includes a timeline and bibliography.

"Describes the life and work of labor leader and organizer Cesar Chavez"--.