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Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter

By Aida Salazar Illustrator Molly Mendoza Narrator Editor Photographed by

Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter

By Aida Salazar Illustrator Molly Mendoza Narrator Editor Photographed by
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* “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 Journal, starred review


* “Exquisite prose. . . . stunning spreads.” — BookPage, starred review


Jovita dreamed of wearing pants! She hated the big skirts Abuela made her wear. She wanted to scale the tallest mesquite tree on her rancho, ride her horse, and feel the wind curl her face into a smile


When her father and brothers joined the Cristero War to...

* “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 Journal, starred review


* “Exquisite prose. . . . stunning spreads.” — BookPage, starred review


Jovita dreamed of wearing pants! She hated the big skirts Abuela made her wear. She wanted to scale the tallest mesquite tree on her rancho, ride her horse, and feel the wind curl her face into a smile


When her father and brothers joined the Cristero War to fight for religious freedom, Jovita wanted to go, too. Forbidden, she defied her father’s rules – and society’s – and found a clever way to become a trailblazing revolutionary, wearing pants!


This remarkable true story about a little-known maverick Mexican heroine is brought vividly to life by her great-niece and Américas Award–winner Aida Salazar, and Eisner Award–honoree Molly Mendoza.

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Product Details

  • ISBN13:9781338283419
  • Format:Hardcover Book
  • Ages:6 - 9
  • Grades:1 - 4
  • Genre:Biography and Autobiography
  • Pages:48
  • Publisher:Scholastic Press
  • Weight (lbs):1.077
  • Dimensions:0.432 x 9.29 x 10.16
  • Lexile® Measure:1000L
  • Reading Level:R
  • DRA Level:40
  • Language:English

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