Results for "Aida Salazar"

* "Stunning…A story that sings to the soul." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review* “A compassionate verse novel about first love, heartbreak, and vulnerability. ” —Publishers Weekly, starred review"This important and in...

* “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 Jou...

Nine-year-old Betita knows she is a crane. Papi has told her the story, even before her family fled to Los Angeles to seek refuge from cartel wars in Mexico. The Aztecs came from a place called Aztlan, what is now the Southwest US, called the land of the cranes. They left A...

In the spirit of a dream, many immigrants of color set out across continents, oceans, and borders, travelling to the United States in pursuit of opportunity. This book is a celebration of 13 American immigrants of color, from world-famous to local heroes, politicians, surgeons...

****Four starred reviews!**** * "A worthy successor to Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret set in present-day Oakland." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review Celi Rivera's life swirls with questions. About her ...