Press - Alejandria Fights Back

California State Library First Partner’s Summer Book Club

Alejandria Fights Back has been featured on California's First Partner's Summer Book Club list. The First Partner’s Summer Book Club is a 9-week initiative to promote children’s literacy and participation in summer reading programs hosted by local libraries throughout the state.

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The Booklist Reviews Alejandria Fights Back

"This bilingual tale incorporates realistic events into a story that will resonate with modern readers."

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At Home Librarian Reviews Alejandria Fights Back!

"For those communities on the frontlines of these issues, this is a book to encourage the youngest community members to use their voices."

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Rethinking Schools: Our picks for books, videos, websites, and other social justice resources.

"We won’t reveal the ending, but we recommend this book to help young people learn about the devastating impact of gentrification and how to fight back."

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BayViews Review of Alejandria Fights Back!

"Filled with delicate yet powerful watercolor illustrations, this is an accessible bilingual read-aloud about a 9-year-old girl fighting for her home."

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Lecturer’s book for children tackles a very grown-up subject: eviction

"The book tells the story of a community that wants to stay together — that feels they have the right to live where they want to live."

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Social Justice Books "New Books List" features Alejandria Fights Back!

Alejandria Fights Back!’ was featured on Social Justice Books New Books List as one of the best multicultural and social justice books for children, young adults, and educators!

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Finding Fiction In Eviction Facts

“Alejandria Fights Back! is a book written so that young people can understand that they have agency and that they can use their voices to lead and fight back”

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Kirkus Reviews Alejandria Fights Back!

“At the center of Ale’s tale stands an intergenerational trio of mothers and daughters of color—Tita, Mami, and Ale– A clear, vivid testament to the power of community and family. Simply inspiring.”

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