Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter
Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter
Appropriate for ages: 6-9 Years
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**A CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK**
The remarkable true story of Jovita Valdovinos, a Mexican revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for her rights!
* "Graceful . . deft . . . mesmerizing. . . . Bravery and determination prevail in this inspiring tale." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "Gorgeous...hits the perfect balance of lively and lyrical...outstanding." -- School Library Journal, starred review
* "Exquisite prose. . . . stunning spreads." -- BookPage, starred review
Jovita dreamed of wearing pants! She hated the big skirts Abuela made her wear. She wanted to scale the tallest mesquite tree on her rancho, ride her horse, and feel the wind curl her face into a smile
When her father and brothers joined the Cristero War to fight for religious freedom, Jovita wanted to go, too. Forbidden, she defied her father's rules - and society's - and found a clever way to become a trailblazing revolutionary, wearing pants!
This remarkable true story about a little-known maverick Mexican heroine is brought vividly to life by her great-niece and Américas Award-winner Aida Salazar, and Eisner Award-honoree Molly Mendoza.
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Product Details
Product Details
Weight: 110
Dimensions: Shipping dimensions: 10" H x 9.2" W x 0.5" L
Appropriate for ages: 6-9 Years
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781338283419
Release date: Mar 2023
Illustrated by: Mendoza, Molly
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