Annotated Bibliography on Bilingual Biography Books for a Subject Collection.

1. Angela Martinez
SLIS.5405.001
Fall 2012
Subject Collection:
Bilingual Biography Books
The subject for the following book collection is on Bilingual Biography books that have text in
both Spanish and English. Books found for this collection were biographies on famous artists,
authors, leaders, painters, poets as well as biography books on children who have migrated to the
United States from other Latin American countries.
As a bilingual certified elementary teacher, I am an advocate for bilingual students. The audience
that will benefit from the following subject collection books is for bilingual elementary students.
The purpose of finding bilingual biography books is to give bilingual elementary students the
opportunity to use these books for research purposes.
I began my search by browsing my mentors books shelves in her library. She had many fiction
titles that were in both Spanish and English but only three titles were relevant to my search.
Therefore, my next step was to use my mentors school library catalog to find any non-fiction
titles that may have been checked out. At the same time, I went ahead and used the other
elementary school library catalogs through the Garland Independent School District website. I
decided to go through each catalog because my mentor told me each book available in any
school library of this particular school district must have two authentic reviews before
purchasing. This pointed me in the right direction and I went through forty-seven individual
catalogs one at a time in hopes of finding non-fiction Bilingual Biography books. I found a good
number of books this way and it also provided authentic reviews. At times it was discouraging
when some of the schools had zero to three bilingual biography books available for students.
This amazed me because many of the schools in this district have a high population of Hispanic
students. I feel that the some particular schools are not servicing bilingual students as well as
they could be. However, I understand there could be budget funding issues at work.
After the option of going through the Garland ISD elementary library catalogs, I decided to use
the Children’s Literature Collection in order to verify titles, ISBN, prices, and reviews. I also
used this tool at the end of my search for extra titles regarding bilingual biography books. I
searched the term “Bilingual Biography Books” and scanned through a list of books that would
fit into my subject collection.
At the end of my research I began to use EBSCO HOST in order to find authentic reviews for
any book lacking reviews from the Garland Independent School District library catalog. With
EBSCO HOST, I used the all the available databases such as - Academic Search Complete,
GreenFile, eBook collection, ERIC, fuente academica, Library Information Science &
Technology Abstracts, MAS Ultra-School Edition, Essay and General Literature Index (H.W.
Wilson), Newspaper Source, Primary Search, Professional Development Collection, Teacher
Reference Center, Texas Reference Center, TOPICsearch, Book Review Digest Plus (H.W.
Wilson).

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Annotated Bibliography
Ancona, George. (2004). My family = Mi familia. New York : Children's Press.
ISBN: 9780516236872
Price: $20.00
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Library Media Connection (April 1, 2005); School Library Journal (May 1, 2005)
The biography follows the life of a young girl and her family that migrated from a Latin
American county to Miami, Florida. The family each shares a bit about their every day life and
other stories. The book is part of “Somos Latinos” series which are books based on the lives of
families that have migrated to the United States from another country. The text is available in
both Spanish and English.
Ancona, George. (2004). My friends = Mis amigos. New York : Children's Press.
ISBN: 9780516236902
Price: $20.00
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Library Media Connection (April 1, 2005); School Library Journal (May 1, 2005)
The biography follows the life of a young girl doing different activities with her friends and
family. The family each shares a bit about their every day life and other stories. The book is part
of “Somos Latinos” series which are books based on the lives of families that have migrated to
the United States from another country. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Ancona, George. (2004). My house = Mi casa. New York : Children's Press.
ISBN: 9780516250656
Price: $20.00
Grades: K-5
Reviews: Library Media Connection (April 1, 2005); School Library Journal (May 1, 2005)
The biography of a young girl and her family who have moved to Oregon from Mexico and the
struggles of their every day life. The book is part of “Somos Latinos” series which are books
based on the lives of families that have migrated to the United States from another country. The
text is available in both Spanish and English.
Ancona, George. (2004). My neighborhood = Mi barrio. New York : Children's Press.
ISBN: 9780516236896
Price: $20.00
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Library Media Connection (April 1, 2005); School Library Journal (May 1, 2005)
The biography follows the life a young boy and the neighborhood he is growing up in. The
young boy discusses his culture and family origins. The book is part of “Somos Latinos” series
which are books based on the lives of families that have migrated to the United States from

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another country. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Ancona, George. (2004). My school = Mi escuela. New York : Children's Press.
ISBN: 9780516236865
Price: $20.00
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Library Media Connection (April 1, 2005); School Library Journal (May 1, 2005)
The biography of a young boy and his family whose parents migrated to Los Angeles. The
biography follows the life of a young boy and his school life. The book is part of “Somos
Latinos” series which are books based on the lives of families that have migrated to the United
States from another country. This book provides illustrations of children’s drawings as well as
text that is available in both Spanish and English.
Ancona, George. (1994). The piñata maker = El piñatero. San Diego : Harcourt Brace
ISBN: 9780152000608
Price: $16.95
Grades: 2-5
Reviews: Booklist (February 15, 1994); Kirkus Reviews (February 1, 1994)
The biography follows the life of 77 year old craftsman, Don Ricardo, who became a piñata
maker. The biography tells of his early life and how he began to create piñatas for up to fifteen
years. This book provides illustrations of how piñatas are used and how it provide pleasure for
children. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Benatar, Raquel. (2003). Isabel Allende : Memories for a story = Recuerdos para un cuento.
Houston, Tex.: Arte Publico Press.
ISBN: 9781558853799
Price: $14.95
Grades: K-4
Reviews: Children's Literature (May 1, 2003); Kirkus Reviews (April 15, 2004)
The biography of Isabel Allende, a famous Chilean writer. The book depicts her childhood life as
well as her teenage years in simple childlike text. It also provides events that lead to her eventual
rise to fame as an author. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Benatar, Raquel. (2009). Yes, You Can Too!/¡Tú también puedes!: The Life of Barack Obama/La
vida de Barack Obama. Englewood, N.J. : Laredo Pub.
ISBN: 9781564923653
Price: $16.95
Grades: 5
Reviews: Children’s Literature (September 1, 2010); School Library Journal (September 1, 2010)
The biography of President Obama, the first African-American President of the United States. It
depicts his early life from childhood up to his status of becoming a President in order to help
people in need. The author uses watercolors and pencil to portray illustrations of the President.

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The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Bernier-Grand, Carmen. (2007). Frida : viva la vida = long live life. New York : Marshall
Cavendish.
ISBN: 9780761453369
Price:$31.93
Grades: 5
Reviews: Booklist (November 1, 2007); Kirkus Reviews(October 15, 2007)
The biography of Frida Kahlo, a famous Mexican artist. The book describe the paintings Frida
created during her lifetime. It also provides photographs of actual paintings Frida created that
allows students to connect to the artist. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Brown, Monica. (2004). My name is Celia : the life of Celia Cruz = Me Llamo Celia: la vida de
Celia Cruz. Flagstaff, Ariz.: Rising Moon.
ISBN: 9780873588720
Price: $15.95
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Multicultural Review (December 1, 2005); School Library Journal (January 1, 2005)
The biography of Celia Cruz’s life as a famous salsa singer. The book depicts her life beginning
with her life in her home country of Cuba. It proceeds to depict her journey to the United States
to continue her rise to fame with a new type of music now known as salsa. The text is available
in both Spanish and English.
Brown, Monica. (2007). My Name Is Gabito : The Life of Gabriel Garcia Marquez = Me
Llamo Gabito : la Vida de Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Flagstaff, Ariz. : Luna Rising.
ISBN: 9780873589086
Price: $15.95
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Horn Book (April 1, 2008); School Library Journal starred (March 1, 2008)
The biography of Gabriel Garcia Marquez, in an elementary level chapter book. The book
depicts the life of Gabriel from childhood to adulthood as he becomes a famous author. The
illustrations provide vibrant colors that allows reader to connect with the story. The text is
available in both Spanish and English.
Brown, Monica. (2005). My name is Gabriela : the life of Gabriela Mistral = Me llamo Gabriela :
la vida de Gabriela Mistral. Flagstaff, Ariz. : Luna Rising,
ISBN: 9780873588591
Price: $15.95
Grades: 4-5
Reviews: Multicultural Review (Spring 2006); School Library Journal (February 2006)
The biography of Gabriela Mistral, a popular writer famous for her works. The book describes
and provides illustrations of events in Gabriela’s life. It also discusses how she became the first

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Latin American writer to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature. The text is available in both
Spanish and English.
Brown, Monica. (2009) Pelé, king of soccer = Pelé, el rey del fútbol. New York : Rayo.
ISBN: 006122779X
Price: $17.99
Grades: 2-5
Reviews: Booklist (November 15, 2008); Kirkus Reviews (November 15, 2008)
The biography of Pele, a famous soccer player. The book depicts the childhood of Pele as he
grows up in a poor family. Young readers are able to learn what barriers Pele had to go through
in order to become successful. The book goes on to describe Pele’s adulthood as well as time as
the soccer player who help win the World Cup for Brazil. The text is available in both Spanish
and English.
Brown, Monica. (2010). Side by side : the story of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez = Lado a
lado : la historia de Dolores Huerta y César Chávez. New York : Rayo.
ISBN: 9780061227813
Price: $16.99
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Booklist (November 1, 2010); School Library Journal (November 1, 2010)
The biography of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez, two important leaders that help fight for
justice. The book allows young readers to learn about regular people becoming leaders to help
fight for the rights of farm workers. It also allows students to learn about teamwork during a time
of need. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Brown, Pam; Schloredt, Valerie. (2004). Martin Luther King : civil rights pioneer = pionero de
los derechos civiles. [San Diego] : Blackbirch Press.
ISBN: 9781410305060
Price: $27.45
Grades: 4-5
Reviews: Booklist (February 15, 2004); The Lorgnette - Heart of Texas Reviews (April 1, 2005)
The biography of Martin Luther King, a leader who spoke for the people. The book depicts his
role as a leader in the civil rights movement in order to create change through peace. The book
also provides a timeline of events of his life. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Davila Martinez, Diana. (2003). A school named for someone like me = Una escuela con un
nombre como el mío. Houston, Tex. : Piñata Books.
ISBN: 9781558853348
Price: $7.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Catholic Library World (Jun 1, 2006); School Library Journal (May 1, 2005)
The biography of Jaime Davila, a role model who gave back to his community . The book

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describes Jaime’s family life and immigration status as a child. It allows young readers to see
how important it is to reach your goals no matter the barriers in the way. It also shows readers
how Jaime now gives back to his community after find success. The text is available in both
Spanish and English.
Feinstein, Stephen. (2006). Read about Abraham Lincoln = Lee sobre Abraham Lincoln.
Berkeley Heights, NJ : Enslow Publishers.
ISBN: 9780766026742
Price: $21.26
Grades: 1-5
Reviews: Multicultural Review (June 1, 2006); School Library Journal (June 1, 2006)
The biography of Abraham Lincoln depicted in a timeline format that allows children to learn
about his life. The book also includes a map, a glossary, internet links and color photos to find
further information about Abraham Lincoln. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Feinstein, Stephen. (2006). Read about Cesar Chavez = Lee sobre Cesar Chavez. Berkeley
Heights, NJ : Enslow Publishers.
ISBN: 9780766027442
Price: $21.26
Grades: 1-5
Reviews: Multicultural Review (June 1, 2006); School Library Journal (June 1, 2006)
The biography of Cesar Chavez a leader who struggled for justice. The book helps young readers
learn about Cesar Chavez’s experience growing up as a migrant farm worker and fighting for
what is right. The book also includes a map, a glossary, internet links and color photos to find
further information about Cesar Chavez. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Feinstein, Stephen. (2006). Read about Geronimo = Lee sobre Geronimo. Berkeley Heights, NJ :
Enslow Publishers.
ISBN: 9780766025981
Price: $21.26
Grades: 1-5
Reviews: Multicultural Review (June 1, 2006); School Library Journal (June 1, 2006)
The biography of Geronimo depicting his life from childhood to the struggles he had during
adulthood. The book allows young readers to learn about Geronimo’s fight against the Mexican
army who were responsible for the suffrage of many Apaches. The book also includes a map, a
glossary, internet links and color photos to find further information about Geronimo. The text is
available in both Spanish and English.
Feinstein, Stephen. (2006). Read about Martin Luther King, Jr = Lee sobre Martin Luther King,
Jr. Berkeley Heights, NJ : Enslow Publishers.
ISBN: 0766027457
Price: $21.26
Grades: 1-5

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Reviews: Criticas (June 1, 2006); School Library Journal (June 1, 2006)
The biography of Martin Luther King Jr. with details of his life from childhood to his adulthood.
The book provides events that developed during his lifetime and what he did to try to bring peace
in our lives. The book also includes a map, a glossary, internet links and color photos to find
further information about Martin Luther King, Jr. The text is available in both Spanish and
English.
Feinstein, Stephen. (2006). Read about Sacagawea = Lee sobre Sacagawea . Berkeley Heights,
NJ : Enslow Publishers.
ISBN: 9780766026742
Price: $21.26
Grades: 1-5
Reviews: Multicultural Review (June 1, 2006); School Library Journal (June 1, 2006);
The biography of Sacagawea who helped lead Lewis and Clark through their expedition.
It provides information about her life along with detailed illustrations. The book also includes a
map, a glossary, internet links and color photos to find further information about Sacagawea. The
text is available in both Spanish and English.
Feinstein, Stephen. (2006). Read about Tiger Woods = Lee sobre Tiger Woods. Berkeley Heights,
NJ : Enslow Publishers.
ISBN: 9780766027435
Price: $21.26
Grades: 1-5
Reviews: Multicultural Review (June 1, 2006); School Library Journal (June 1, 2006)
The biography of Tiger Woods, the championship golfer of our times. The book allows young
readers to learn about momentous events in Tiger Wood’s life beginning with his infancy. It
allows readers to read about his struggles and how he reached his goals. The book also includes a
map, a glossary, internet links and color photos to find further information about Geronimo. The
text is available in both Spanish and English.
Gange, Tammy. (2011). What it's like to be-- Sonia Sotomayor = Qué se siente al ser-- Sonia
Sotomayor. Hockessin, Del. : Mitchell Lane Publishers.
ISBN: 9781584158530
Price: $25.79
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Booklist (October 15, 2010); School Library Journal (January 1, 2011)
The biography of Sonia Sotomayor, the first female Latina Judge in the United States Supreme
Court. The books depicts major event sin Sonia’s life such as her childhood, education, and
adulthood. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Gleiter, Jan; Thompson, Kathleen. (1989). Hernando de Soto. Milwaukee : Raintree Publishers.
ISBN 9780817229030

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Price: $21.40
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Children’s Literature (January 1, 1994); Publishers Weekly (July 18, 1994)
The biography of Hernando de Soto, the Spanish explorer. The book follows the life of de Soto
and how he help lead the first European expedition to the Mississippi River. It also depicts other
major events in his life during his adulthood. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Gleiter, Jan; Thompson, Kathleen. (1989). Jose Marti. Milwaukee : Raintree Publishers.
ISBN 9780817229061
Price: $21.40
Grades: 5
Reviews: Children’s Literature (January 1, 1994); Publishers Weekly (July 18, 1994);
The biography of Jose Marti, a famous leader who fought for a cause. The book depicts the life
of Jose as an adult trying to fight for Cuba’s independence from Spain. Student’s are able to view
how Jose dedicated his life for Cuba’s struggle for independence. The text is available in both
Spanish and English.
Gonzales Bertrand, Diane. (2007). Ricardo's Race = la Carrera de Ricardo. Houston, Tex. : Arte
Publico Press.
ISBN: 9781558854819
Price: $15.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Kirkus Reviews (May 1, 2007); Multicultural Review (December 1, 2007)
The biography of Ricardo Romo, a Mexican American who reached all goals through a series fo
challenges. The book is an illustrated biography that allows young readers to see Ricardo’s life
struggles through color insights. The biography shows young students that anything is possible
as long as you strive for it. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Goodwin, David. (1991). Cesar Chavez : hope for the people = César Chávez : la esperanza para
el pueblo. New York : Fawcett Columbine.
ISBN: 9780449906262
Price: $11.99
Grades: 5
Reviews: Children’s Literature (February 1, 1992); KLIATT Review (April 1, 1992)
The biography of Cesar Chavez, a leader who struggled for justice. The book allows young
readers to learn about the life of Cesar Chavez growing up in a poor family. It describes how he
became a speaker for the poor people who migrant workers with low pay. It also provides insight
on his struggles and challenges. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Griswold del Castillo, Richard. (2002). César Chávez : the struggle for justice = la lucha por la
justicia. Houston, Tex: Piñata Books.
ISBN: 9781558853249

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Price: $14.95
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Booklist (December 15, 2002); Children's Literature (May 1, 2002)
The biography of Cesar Chavez, a leader who struggled for justice and had influence on
American labor. The book jumps readers into learning about harsh treatment of migrant farm
workers and how Cesar Chavez stood up for the people. The text is available in both Spanish and
English.
Griswold del Castillo, Richard. (2010). César Chávez : The struggle for justice (La luncha por la
justicia). CD. 25:09 min. with paperback book. Live Oak Media.
ISBN: 9781430108344
Price: $18.95
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Booklist (December 15, 2002); School Library Journal (November 1, 2010)
The audio book that is companion to the biography book “Cesar Chavez : The struggle for
justice. The CD has Spanish and English narration that allows students to follow along to.
Herrera, Juan Felipe. (1995). Calling the doves = El canto de las palomas story. San Francisco,
Calif. : Children's Book Press.
ISBN: 9780892391325
Price: $14.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Booklist (January 1, 1996); School Library Journal (February 1, 1996)
The biography of Juan Felipe Herrera, a Mexican American poet. The book is written by Juan
Felipe himself, for young readers to view the life he led during his childhood as a migrant farm
worker. In this book, Juan Felipe recalls events the poet went through that resulted in inspiration
of poetry and song. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Herrera, Juan Felipe. (2000). The upside down boy = El niño de cabeza. San Francisco, Calif. :
Children's Book Press.
ISBN 9780892391622
Price: $15.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Horn Book Magazine (September 1, 2000); Multicultural Review (June 1, 2000)
The biography of Juan Felipe Herrera, a Mexican American poet. In this book, Juan Felipe
describes more events of his childhood. He discusses his struggles to find himself and challenges
he went through to become who he has become today. The text is available in both Spanish and
English.
Kirkpatrick, Rob. (2002). Jeff Gordon: NASCAR champion = campeón de NASCAR. New
York: PowerKids Press & Buenas Letras.
ISBN: 9780823961474

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Price: $22.60
Grades: 3-4
Reviews: Children‘s Literature (April 1, 2002); Library Talk (April 1, 2002)
The biography of Jeff Gordon, one of today’s most popular drivers. Young readers get to read
about the NASCAR champion who won the Daytona 500 in 1999 and other achievements Jeff
Gordon has done in his life. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Lee, Sally. (2011). Eleanor Roosevelt. Primeras Damas/First Ladies Series. Mankato, Minn. :
Capstone Press.
ISBN 9781429661126
Price: $17.99
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Library Media Connection (March 1, 2011); The Lorgnette - Heart of Texas Reviews
(Vol. 23, No. 4)
The biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, the wife of President Franklin Roosevelt. Eleanor was one
of the most popular First Lady in the White House. The book depicts the life of Eleanor during
her childhood and how that shaped her into her adulthood. It goes on to include her marriage to
President Franklin Roosevelt and her life as a First Lady. The book also includes a table of
contents, a glossary, and Internet links that provide more information regarding Jacqueline
Kenned. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Lee, Sally. (2011). Laura Bush. Primeras Damas/First Ladies Series. Mankato, Minn. : Capstone
Press.
ISBN: 9781429653251
Price: $23.99
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Children’s Literature (January 1, 2011); Library Media Connection (March 1, 2011)
The biography of Laura Bush, the wife of George Bush. The book depicts events in Laura
Bush’s life in the White House as well good causes she supported during her time as First Lady.
The book also includes a table of contents, a glossary, and Internet links that provide more
information regarding Jacqueline Kenned. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Lee, Sally. (2011). Martha Washington. Primeras Damas/First Ladies Series. Mankato, Minn. :
Capstone Press.
ISBN: 9781429661133
Price: $23.99
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Children’s Literature (January 1, 2011); Library Media Connection (March 1, 2011)
The biography of Martha Washington, the wife of George Washington. The book depicts events
in Martha’s life as the First Lady. The book also includes a table of contents, a glossary, and
Internet links that provide more information regarding Jacqueline Kenned. The text is available
in both Spanish and English.

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Lomas Garza, Carmen. (1990). Family pictures paintings = Cuadros de familia / cuadros. San
Francisco, Calif. : Children's Book Press.
ISBN: 9780892390502
Price: $12.95
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Kirkus Reviews (October 1, 1990); The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
(October 1, 1990)
The biography of Carmen Lomas Garza, a popular author of our times. The book is a biography
as an album of paintings. Through the paintings, young readers get to glance into Carmen‘s
family and her life as a child. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Lomas Garza, Carmen. (1996). In my family : paintings and stories = En mi Familia : cuadros y
relatos. San Francisco, CA : Children's Book,
ISBN 9780892391639
Price: $16.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Book Links (March 1, 2004); Horn Book Magazine (November 1, 1996)
The biography of Carmen Lomas Garza, a popular author of our times. The book is a biography
set with illustrations. It allows young readers to glance at illustrations created by Carmen Lomas
Garza. In this illustrations, Carmen is able to depict her childhood and family life. The text is
available in both Spanish and English.
Marks, Jennifer. (2010). President Barack Obama = Presidente Barack Obama. Mankato, MN :
Capstone Press.
ISBN: 9781429645942
Price: $21.32
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Children's Literature (February 1, 2011); Library Media Connection (October 1, 2010)
The biography of Barack Obama, the first African American President for the United States. This
book is told in a child’s point of view through simple text and large font. It also provides
photographs that coincides with the text. The book covers events from his childhood to
adulthood. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Moriarty, J.T. (2003). Phillis Wheatley : African American poet = poeta afroamericana. New
York : Rosen Pub. Group.
ISBN 9780823941674
Price: $20.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Booklist (February 15, 1997); School Library Journal (July 1, 2001)
The biography of Phillis Wheatley, a popular African American poet. The book chronicles the
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how a African slave became something more than just a slave. The text is available in both
Spanish and English.
Raatman, Lucia. (2011). Jacqueline Kennedy. Primeras Damas/First Ladies Series. Mankato,
Minn.: Capstone Press.
ISBN: 9781429661119
Price: $23.99
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Children’s Literature (January 1, 2011); Library Media Connection (March 1, 2011)
The biography of Jacqueline Kennedy, the wife of John F. Kennedy. The book depicts random
facts about her and her life during her time as First Lady in the white house. The book also
includes a table of contents, a glossary, and Internet links that provide more information
regarding Jacqueline Kenned. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Raatman, Lucia. (2011). Michelle Obama. Primeras Damas/First Ladies Series. Mankato, Minn. :
Capstone Press.
ISBN: 9781429661102
Price: $23.99
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Children’s Literature (January 1, 2011); Library Media Connection (March 1, 2011)
The biography of Michelle Obama, the wife of President Barack Obama. The book allows
readers to learn about her adulthood and the causes she fights for. Photographs of Michelle
Obama of being the current First Lady in the White House are provided. The book also includes
a table of contents, a glossary, and Internet links that provide more information regarding
Jacqueline Kenned. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Rivera-Marín, Guadalupe. (2009) My papá Diego and me : memories of my father and his art =
Mi papá Diego y yo : recuerdos de mi padre y su arte. San Francisco, Calif.: Childrens Book
Press.
ISBN: 9780892392216
Price: $17.95
Grades: 1-5
Reviews: Kirkus Reviews (November 15, 2009); School Library Journal (October 1, 2009)
The biography of Guadalupe Rivera Marin, the daughter of Mexican artist Diego Rivera. In this
book, Guadalupe discusses painting her father created during her childhood. The book allows
readers to connect with Guadalupe as she provides background events going on during Diego’s
life with her in it. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Stewart, Mark. (2002). Latino baseball's hottest hitters = Los mejores bateadores del béisbol
latino. Brookfield, Conn. : Twenty-first century books.
ISBN: 9780761325673
Price: $26.90
Grades: 4-5

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Reviews: Children’s Literature (September 1, 2002); VOYA (October 1, 2002)
The biography of various Latino baseball players in the United States. The book includes
biographies of each players that played as a fielder throughout the history of baseball. The book
provides color photographs, fact boxes, and quotations. The text is available in both Spanish and
English.
Stewart, Mark. (2002). Latino baseball's finest fielders = Los más destacados guantes del béisbol
latino. Brookfield, Conn. : Millbrook Press.
ISBN: 9780761317494
Price: $26.90
Grades: 4-5
Reviews: Children’s Literature (September 1, 2002); VOYA (October 1, 2002)
The biography of various Latino baseball players in the United States. The book includes
biographies of each players that played as a fielder for the game of baseball. The book is a great
book for baseball fans with Latino roots. It allows students to know anyone can reach for their
dreams whether it be to become an athlete or something else. The text is available in both
Spanish and English.
Stewart, Mark. (2002). Latino baseball's hottest hitters = Los mejores bateadores del béisbol
latino. Brookfield, Conn. : Twenty-first century books.
ISBN: 9780761325673
Price: $26.90
Grades: 4-5
Reviews: Children’s Literature (September 1, 2002); VOYA (October 1, 2002)
The biography of various Latino baseball players in the United States. The book includes
biographies of each players that played as a fielder throughout the history of baseball. The book
provides color photographs, fact boxes, and quotations. The text is available in both Spanish and
English.
Tafolla, Carmen; Teneyuca, Sharyll. (2008). That's not fair! : Emma Tenayuca's struggle for
justice = No es justo! : la lucha de Emma Tenayuca por la justicia. San Antonio, Tex. : Wings
Press.
ISBN: 9780916727338
Price: $17.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Booklist (July 1, 2008); School Library Journal (March 1, 2009)
The biography of Emma Tenayuca, a champion for people struggling for justice. In this book,
young readers are able to learn about another person similar to Cesar Chavez who fights for the
rights of people. The book depicts the struggles of Mexican Americans working for low pays and
how Emma Tenayuca began to organize strikes for their cause. The text is available in both
Spanish and English.

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Thatcher Murcia, Rebecca. (2011). What it's like to be-- Marta Vieira = Qué se siente al ser--
Marta Vieira. Hockessin, Del. : Mitchell Lane Publishers.
ISBN: 9781584158523
Price: $25.79
Grades: 1-3
Reviews: Booklist (October 15, 2010); School Library Journal (January 1, 2011)
The biography of Marta Vieira, a famous soccer player. The book allows insight on events
leading up to Marta becoming the four time FIFA World Player of the Year. The text is available
in both Spanish and English.
Treviño Hart, Elva. (1999). Barefoot heart : stories of a migrant child. Tempe, Ariz. : Bilingual
Press.
ISBN 9780927534819
Price: $17.99
Grades: 5
Reviews: Library Journal (July 1, 1999); School Library Journal (November 1, 1999)
The biography of Elva Trevino Hart, a Mexican American migrant child who grows up to
become a writer. Elva writes about her childhood and barriers she overcame in order to reach her
goals. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Weintraub, Aileen. (2006). Read about George Washington = Lee sobre George Washington.
Berkeley Heights, NJ : Enslow Publishers.
ISBN: 9780766026735
Price: $21.26
Grades: 1-5
Reviews: Children’s Literature (February 1, 2006); School Library Journal (June 1, 2006)
The biography of George Washington, the first President of the United States of America. The
books depicts events from his childhood to important events in his adulthood. Young readers are
able to learn about how important George Washington is for our history. The book also includes a
map, a glossary, internet links and color photos to find further information about George
Washington. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Winter, Jonah. (1991). Diego. New York: Random House.
ISBN: 978-0679856177
Price: $12.99
Grades: K-4
Reviews: Book Links (January 1, 2006); School Library Journal (January 1, 1992)
The biography of Diego Rivera, a famous Mexican artist. The book allows young readers to learn
about the Diego’s early childhood and his passion for art. Along with the text, young readers are
able to see illustrations of Diego becoming inspired by events in his life. The text is available in
both Spanish and English.

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Winter, Jonah. (2002). Frida. New York : Arthur A. Levine Books.
ISBN: 9780590203203
Price: $16.95
Grades: 3-5
Reviews: Booklist (March 1, 2002); Parents Guide (Fall 2002)
The biography of Frida, a popular Mexican artist. The book depicts Frida’s life as a child and
how her emotions help inspire her to become a famous artist. The book allows readers to read
about Frida’s personal health struggles and her ways of overcoming them to reach her goals. The
text is available in both Spanish and English.
Winter, Jonah. (2009). Sonia Sotomayor : a judge grows in the Bronx = la juex que creció en el
Bronx. New York : Atheneum Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9781442403031
Price: $16.99
Grades: K-3
Reviews: Publisher's Weekly (November 1, 2009); School Library Journal (January 1, 2010)
The biography of Sonia Sotomayor, the first female Latina to become a judge in the Supreme
Court. The book follows events from her childhood growing up in the Bronx and her family life.
Young readers are also able to read about how she overcame barriers and challenges to become
who she became. The text is available in both Spanish and English.
Subject Collection: Bilingual Biographies
Total Amount: $998.29