Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter

**A CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK**

The remarkable true story of Jovita Valdovinos, a Mexican revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for her rights!

* "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 Am駻icas Award-winner Aida Salazar, and Eisner Award-honoree Molly Mendoza.

Author: Aida Salazar
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Published: 03/07/2023
Pages: 48
Weight: 1.1lbs
Size: 10.00h x 9.20w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781338283419


Award: Caldecott Medal - Honor Book