Latin Americans Who Inspire Us

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This is the third book in the series, Americans Who Inspire Us, following Native Americans Who Inspire Us and Asian Americans Who Inspire Us, which was named to the Gold House Book List 2021. This beautifully illustrated book vividly portrays the lives of notable individuals such as National Baseball Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, prima ballerina Evelyn Cisneros, Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera, activist Dolores Huerta, and astronaut Ellen Ochoa, among others! Within these stories, readers will encounter heroes, role models, and ordinary individuals who accomplished extraordinary feats. Whether they were setting Olympic records, providing education to millions globally, or advocating for the rights of others, these Latin Americans made a difference in our country and in our world. Showcasing the talent and contributions of Latin American leaders from across the United States, readers of all backgrounds will be inspired to explore their own potential. These brave, resilient, gifted, and diverse men and women have created a legacy of exceptional accomplishments that will motivate future generations to pursue their hopes and dreams. Others featured: Isabel Allende, Judith Baca, Oscar de la Renta, Jaime Escalante, America Ferrara, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mario Molina, Antonia Novello, Sonia Sotomayor, Dara Torres, and Luis von Ahn.