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Side by Side: The Story of Dolores Huerta and César Chávez

By: Monica Brown

Illustrated by: Joe Cepeda

Age Level: 6-9

Reading Level: Independent Reader

Many years ago in California, an energetic young Girl Scout named Dolores worked to raise money for soldiers fighting in World War II. A thoughtful young boy named César worked in the fields to help his family put food on the table. As young adults, these two extraordinary individuals would meet and spend the rest of their lives working tirelessly on behalf of migrant workers and children through nonviolent struggle — side by side. Monica Brown and Joe Cepeda bring the story of Dolores and César to life through this vibrant book, which will make an excellent addition to units on migrant farmworkers, civil rights, or women's history.

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