hispanic americans

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hispanic americans

Sonia Sotomayor

Supreme Court justice
2011
Chronicles the life and accomplishments of Sonia Sotomayor, first Latina and third woman ever appointed to the Supreme Court, describing Sotomayor's childhood and many accomplishments.

Nancy Lopez

golf hall of famer
2008
A brief biography of professional golfer Nancy Lopez that chronicles her life and influencial career.

Red ridin' in the hood

and other cuentos
2005
Presents a collection of classic fairy tales retold from an Hispanic perspective.

The South Americans

1991
Discusses the history, culture, and religion of the South Americans, their place in American society, and the problems they face as an ethnic group in North America.

Celebrate Chinese New Year with the Fong family

2006
Colorful illustrations and photographs describe the celebrations, decorations, and foods that commemorate Chinese New Year.

Sonia Sotomayor

first Hispanic U.S. Supreme Court justice
2010
Discusses the early life, education, career, and various achievements of Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Vote!

2009
After agreeing to take on the responsibilities of being Peter's campaign manager during his run for class president, Claudia learns that managing is more than making colorful posters, especially when Peter's running mates begin using dishonest tactics to secure votes.

Grandma Francisca remembers

a Hispanic-American family story
2002
Eight-year-old Angelica learns about her family's beliefs, traditions, values, and history from her grandmother.

Fourth-grade fuss

2004
A yard sale, ice skating, class pictures, and a surprise party are a few of the things that make fourth grade fun for Julio and his friends, but they must get serious about studying as the statewide end-of-year test approaches.

Sonia Sotomayor

2011
Chronicles the life of Supreme Court justice Sonia Sotomayor, discussing her difficult childhood, schooling, activism for civil rights, years as a lawyer, appointment to the Supreme Court, important court decisions, and other related topics.

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