Teachers who work with English as a Second Language learners will find ESL/ESOL/ELL/EFL reading/writing skill-building children's books, stories, activities, ideas, strategies to help PreK-3, 4-8, and 9-12 students learn to read.
The Legacy of César Chávez
March 31st is César Chávez's birthday, and we are happy to present a new bilingual booklist in honor of the great civil rights leader. Related titles are also available in our bilingual Migrant Stories booklist.
César: Yes, We Can!
The life and times of César Chávez are vividly re-created in this collection of evocative poems. Where most biographies stick to the facts of what a person did, this one also touches on the man's character and values. Children will learn about Chávez, but, more importantly, they will learn about the important lessons he taught others even amid great challenges.
Cesar Chavez (On My Own Biography)
"Part of the On My Own Biography series, this simple, dramatic picture book combines the history of the migrant farm workers' struggle with Chavez's personal story…A good way to introduce children to the hero and to the issues." — Hazel Rochman, Booklist
Cesar Chavez (Rookie Biographies)
Susan Eddy presents an engaging introduction to the life of Cesar Chavez for beginning readers. The accompanying photographs depict Chavez throughout his life, as well as scenes of farmworkers of all ages in the fields. This selection may be of particular interest in migrant and/or adult literacy programs.
Cesar Chavez: Fighting for Fairness (Famous Latinos)
This biography of Cesar Chavez highlights important events in the civil rights' leader's life, as well as numerous photos to accompany the text. The well-organized, engaging format will appeal to students who are ready for independent reading. A timeline and recommended resources are included. Spanish edition available.
Harvesting Hope: The Story of César Chávez
As a young boy, Cesar Chavez grew up on a an 80-acre ranch in Arizona in the midst of joyous family reunions. When his family had to leave Arizona, however, to work as migrant laborers in California, their lives were turned upside down. During these excrutiating days and nights, Cesar struggled — but then found the resolve to one day help his fellow workers. Yuyi Morales brings Cesar's childhood and early days as an organizer to life with stunning illustrations.
Side by Side: The Story of Dolores Huerta and César Chávez
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.
We Are Not Beasts of Burden
This in-depth portrayal of Cesar Chavez and the Delano Grape Strike begins with an introduction to California's agricultural industry and the little-known history of diverse migrant farmworkers (Chinese, Japanese, and Filipino) the industry relied upon until a program was established to bring Mexican workers to the fields. It is within this context that Cesar Chavez's story and the events leading up to the Grape Strike unfold, providing extensive information on the formation of the United Farmworkers Union and subsequent efforts on behalf of migrant workers.
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