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Use Your Palabras, Jovita!: How This Brave Journalist Stood for Justice
Discover the inspiring life of a true American hero in this poetic picture book biography about Jovita...
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Discover the inspiring life of a true American hero in this poetic picture book biography about Jovita Idar! Journey through Texas history and American history to explore the rich tapestry of Mexican American heritage and Mexican American history through Idar's groundbreaking work.
This vibrant picture book biography for children brings to life the story of a fearless journalist, activist, and advocate for change. Kids will learn about Jovita Idar's unwavering commitment to First Amendment rights and bilingual, bicultural education, and how she bravely championed the voices of Mexican American women during a pivotal time, even standing up to Woodrow Wilson.
This bilingual book is an invaluable resource for bilingual education, English Language Learners (ESOL/English as a Second Language), multiple language learners, multilingual learners, and civics education, offering a unique opportunity to engage with history in both English and Spanish. Explore themes of advocacy, women's history, and Hispanic history, making it an ideal addition to any social studies curriculum or for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Women's History Month. Her story is a powerful testament to the enduring fight for justice and equality in the United States.
Author: Keishia Lee Louis
Publisher: Free Sparrows Kids, an Imprint of Relasonship
Published: 09/17/2025
Pages: 36
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9781966011040
Audience: Ages 9-12
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/0001
PW Booklife Reviews 09/15/2025
About the Author
Lee Louis, Keishia: - Keishia Lee Louis an educator, poet, and author with a BFA in Dramatic Writing from NYU. In addition to this title, she has written My Uncle Aaron's Farm and Kiara's Prima Donna Dilemma. She has also written numerous articles about entertainment, parenting & lifestyle, and religion. She enjoys helping in the metro Atlanta area, particularly youth initiatives. When she is not writing, editing, teaching, or reading, she loves to spend time with her family and friends, to hike Georgia trails, and to watch the Atlanta Hawks play.Escobar Triana, Diego Alejandro: - Diego Escobar was born in 1987 in Bogotá, Colombia. After graduating as a graphic designer from the Universidad Nacional, he started working as an art teacher and as a cartoonist for "Magic Markers", a company devoted to experimental animation. As a professional illustrator, his work has been published in Colombia, China, Turkey, and now in the United States. His work has been featured in exhibitions in London, Lisbon, Madrid, and Mexico City.
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