Cesar Chavez: Un Libro Ilustrado - (Picture Book Biography) by David A Adler & Michael S Adler (Paperback)

About the Book

Describes the life of Mexican American labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez. Cesar Chavez dedicated his life to helping American farmworkers. As a child growing up in California during the Great Depression, he picked produce with his family. Cesar saw firsthand how unfairly workers were treated. As an adult, he organized farmworkers into unions and argued for better pay and fair working conditions.

Book Synopsis

¡Sí se puede! Learn all about the Mexican American activist who fought tirelessly to promote better conditions for workers in this engaging picture book biography, now available in Spanish.

This clear and concise biography with colorful illustrations details the amazing life of Mexican American labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez. As a child in California during the Great Depression, Cesar picked produce with his family to make ends meet. The work was backbreaking, the pay was low, and many families, including his, were homeless. But to Cesar, dignity always meant more than money.

Chavez grew up and dedicated his life to helping American farmworkers, arguing for better pay and fair working conditions. He was even jailed for his efforts. But he never stopped urging people to stand up for their rights. Young readers will be inspired by the fascinating life story of this champion of social justice.

Back matter includes a thorough timeline, source notes, bibliography, and author's note. The expert translation makes this book an essential addition to libraries with a robust Spanish-language readership.

Review Quotes

"A detailed timeline and bibliography with valuable information about the quotes in the narrative conclude."--Booklist

About the Author

David A. Adler is a former teacher and the author of more than two hundred picture books, biographies, and mysteries for children, including the Cam Jansen series. He received a Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for Don't Throw It to Mo!, illustrated by Sam Ricks. Visit him online at www.davidaadler.com.

Marie Olofsdotter is the author and illustrator of several picture books for children. Her awards include the Benjamin Franklin Award and the Minnesota Book Award. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.