Description

An insightful novel in verse about the joys and struggles of a girl whos a warrior for her name, her history, and her right to choose what she celebrates in life

Celina and her family follow both Mexican and United States traditions, and she revels in her Mexican American heritage. But at school it feels like the world wants to erase that part of her identity, as her name is repeatedly mispronounced, her peoples stories are left out of textbooks and lessons, and some classmates choose to treat her as a second-class citizen. Fortunately, she makes three wonderful friends who help her fight the ignorance. And her gramma, Celinas biggest inspiration, shows her how to build a shield of joy around herself that cant be pierced by defeat. Some days, though, its hard to find the joylike when her dads deported or when a pandemic hits. Then Celina turns to her writing, which turns out to give a lot of people joy. And she determines that no matter what, shell always live up to her last name: Guerrerawoman warrior; and use her talents and courage to make the world a more beautiful place where all cultures are celebrated.

Author: Carmen Tafolla
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
Published: 03/04/2025
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 7.70h x 4.90w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780593354735
Language: English