The remarkable true Story of Jovita Valdovinos, a Mexican revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for her rights! * Graceful .
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..
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. -- BookPage , starred review Jovita dreamed of wearing pants! She hated the big skirts Abuela made her wear. stunning spreads. . . . -- School Library Journal , starred review * Exquisite prose. -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review * Gorgeous...hits the perfect balance of lively and lyrical...outstanding.
Bravery and determination prevail in this inspiring tale. . . . mesmerizing. . . deft . .
The remarkable true Story of Jovita Valdovinos, a Mexican revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for her rights! * Graceful
