{"product_id":"use-your-palabras-jovita-how-this-brave-journalist-stood-for-justice-9781966011040","title":"Use Your Palabras, Jovita!: How This Brave Journalist Stood for Justice","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Keishia Lee Louis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Free Sparrows Kids, an Imprint of Relasonship\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/17\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 36\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.71lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781966011040\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 9-12\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/01\/0001\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePW Booklife Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 09\/15\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLee Louis, Keishia:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - 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 \u0026amp; 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.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEscobar Triana, Diego Alejandro:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - 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.","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Keishia Lee Louis \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":47659166204061,"sku":"9781966011040","price":47.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_c973021a-4352-4900-ba66-bf93ced64e6d.jpg?v=1771352111","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/use-your-palabras-jovita-how-this-brave-journalist-stood-for-justice-9781966011040","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}