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Hispanic Star: Sylvia Rivera by Claudia Romo Edelman and J. Gia Loving (2023, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherRoaring Brook Press

ISBN-101250828147

ISBN-139781250828149

eBay Product ID (ePID)11057244668

Product Key Features

Book TitleHispanic Star: Sylvia Rivera

Number of Pages128 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicPeople & Places / United States / Hispanic & Latino, Lgbt

Publication Year2023

IllustratorYes, Gallarde, Cheyne

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction

AuthorClaudia Romo Edelman, J. Gia Loving

Book SeriesHispanic Star Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.3 in

Item Weight4.2 Oz

Item Length8.2 in

Item Width7.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

LCCN2022-916426

Dewey Edition23/eng/20230504

Reviews"This is a welcome middle-grade biography of a figure who has long been due one." - Mombian PRAISE FOR THE HISPANIC STAR SERIES Hispanic Star: Selena Gomez "Discussions of Gomez's physical and mental illness are refreshingly frank and empathetic. . . A story of passion and perseverance that will inspire the star's fans and newcomers alike." - Kirkus Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz A Kirkus Best of the Year books for Middle Grade selection "A must-purchase for all nonfiction shelves. Browsable and report-ready, this series debut brings the sweet story of la Reina de la Salsa to life. ¡Azúúúcar!" - School Library Journal, starred review "Engaging illustrations and informative sidebars further enrich the heartfelt informational text. . . A compelling look at the radiant life of La Reina de la Salsa." - Kirkus, starred review Hispanic Star en español: Celia Cruz "An excellent addition to Spanish-language biography collections for youth, focusing on a legendary figure of music who impacted not only Latin America, but the world as well." - School Library Journal Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente A Junior Library Guild Selection "A sense of warmth and pride radiates through this telling, and even non-sports fans will be drawn in. . . Well-crafted and accessible." - School Library Journal, starred review "Highlighted issues of racism [add] context to his times and luster to his achievements." - Kirkus, PRAISE FOR THE HISPANIC STAR SERIES Hispanic Star: Selena Gomez "Discussions of Gomez's physical and mental illness are refreshingly frank and empathetic. . . A story of passion and perseverance that will inspire the star's fans and newcomers alike." - Kirkus Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz A Kirkus Best of the Year books for Middle Grade selection "A must-purchase for all nonfiction shelves. Browsable and report-ready, this series debut brings the sweet story of la Reina de la Salsa to life. ¡Azúúúcar!" - School Library Journal, starred review "Engaging illustrations and informative sidebars further enrich the heartfelt informational text. . . A compelling look at the radiant life of La Reina de la Salsa." - Kirkus, starred review Hispanic Star en español: Celia Cruz "An excellent addition to Spanish-language biography collections for youth, focusing on a legendary figure of music who impacted not only Latin America, but the world as well." - School Library Journal Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente A Junior Library Guild Selection "A sense of warmth and pride radiates through this telling, and even non-sports fans will be drawn in. . . Well-crafted and accessible." - School Library Journal, starred review "Highlighted issues of racism [add] context to his times and luster to his achievements." - Kirkus

Dewey Decimal306.76/8092 B

SynopsisA 2024 Américas Award Honor Book Read about Sylvia Rivera, who is among the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have shaped our culture and the world in Hispanic Star: Sylvia Rivera , co-written with J. Gia Loving, from Claudia Romo Edelman's gripping Hispanic Star biography series for young readers. Meet Stonewall uprising veteran Sylvia Rivera--once just a kid from New York City. A transgender Latina, Sylvia became an influential gay liberation and transgender rights activist who fought especially for transgender people of color. In the 1970s, Sylvia and Marsha P. Johnson founded the Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR), a group devoted to providing services and advocacy for homeless LGBTQ+ people. Nearly two decades after her passing, Sylvia and her legacy continue to have an impact on the LGBTQ+ rights movement and remain an inspiration for marginalized queer people everywhere. Hispanic Star proudly celebrates Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have made remarkable contributions to American culture and have been undeniable forces in shaping its future. If you can see it, you can be it., Read about LGBTQ+ activist Sylvia Rivera, who is among the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes to have shaped our culture and the world in this installment of the engaging, illustrated Hispanic Star biography series for young readers.

LC Classification NumberHQ77.8.R58R66 2023