Part detective, part organizer, Alejandria discovers the power of community in order to save her neighborhood
A children’s book that aims to challenge dominant narratives about land, housing, and development through the lens of those who are often most impacted by displacement but least heard: young people.
GALLERY
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Leticia Hernandez, lead author, and Robert Liu-Trujillo, lead illustrator, with Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
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Rise-Home Stories presented at Narrative Power Summit 2022.
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Claudia Miramontes's classroom was a stop on the virtual book tour. "Having the opportunity to speak to an illustrator was a big deal for my students."
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Ms. Liana Kefalis & Ms. Monica Veiga's classroom was a stop on the virtual book tour.
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Joel Fagerbeg's classroom was a stop on the virtual book tour. "I was pleasantly surprised by my students engagement. (They CAN be reserved in sharing opinions sometimes.) I also LOVED their responses to the 'POWER' game.”
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Robert Liu-Trujillo and Heather Appel visit a classroom to read Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
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Student participates in school visit for Alejandria Fights Back!¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
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Alejandria and her best friend, Edgar, catch up near Mr. Amir’s grocery store.
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Alejandria, Tita, and Mami share a hug.
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Alejandria with a map of her neighborhood, Parkwood.
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Leticia Hernandez, lead author, with Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
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Kim, a youth organizer at City Life Vida Urbana reading Alejandria Fights Back! as part of an outdoor art project.
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Robert Liu-Trujillo and Heather Appel visit a classroom to read Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
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Leticia Hernandez, lead author, and Robert Liu-Trujillo, lead illustrator, with Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/20221008_114607-scaled.jpg)
Rise-Home Stories presented at Narrative Power Summit 2022.
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/IMG_1829-scaled.jpg)
Claudia Miramontes's classroom was a stop on the virtual book tour. "Having the opportunity to speak to an illustrator was a big deal for my students."
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-19-at-1.29.23-PM-1.png)
Ms. Liana Kefalis & Ms. Monica Veiga's classroom was a stop on the virtual book tour.
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/IMG_0943-Large.png)
Joel Fagerbeg's classroom was a stop on the virtual book tour. "I was pleasantly surprised by my students engagement. (They CAN be reserved in sharing opinions sometimes.) I also LOVED their responses to the 'POWER' game.”
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/IMG_7830.jpg)
Robert Liu-Trujillo and Heather Appel visit a classroom to read Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/IMG_7840.jpg)
Student participates in school visit for Alejandria Fights Back!¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/06/AlejandriaPopup1-scaled.jpg)
Alejandria and her best friend, Edgar, catch up near Mr. Amir’s grocery store.
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/06/AlejandriaPopup3-scaled.jpg)
Alejandria, Tita, and Mami share a hug.
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/06/AlejandriaPopup4-scaled.jpg)
Alejandria with a map of her neighborhood, Parkwood.
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/Leticia-Hernandez-Linares.png)
Leticia Hernandez, lead author, with Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/IMG_7034.jpg)
Kim, a youth organizer at City Life Vida Urbana reading Alejandria Fights Back! as part of an outdoor art project.
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/IMG_3519-1-scaled-e1644518807813.jpg)
Robert Liu-Trujillo and Heather Appel visit a classroom to read Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
![](https://risehomestories.com/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-10-07-at-8.44.39-PM-1-e1644518833134.png)
Leticia Hernandez, lead author, and Robert Liu-Trujillo, lead illustrator, with Alejandria Fights Back!/¡La Lucha de Alejandria!
TEAM
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Community Guide
For families and community organizers.
Press Kit
Resources and information for reporters and publishers.
Coloring Sheets
Free printable coloring pages.
Educators Guide
For elementary, middle, and secondary school educators.
Community Guide
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Press Kit
Resources and information for reporters and publishers.
Coloring Sheets
Free printable coloring pages.
Educators Guide
For elementary, middle, and secondary school educators.
Community Guide
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Press Kit
Resources and information for reporters and publishers.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
‟ 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. ‟
Kirkus Reviews
‟ 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. ‟
SF State News
‟ Filled with delicate yet powerful watercolor illustrations, this is an accessible bilingual read-aloud about a 9-year-old girl fighting for her home. ‟
BayViews
‟ This bilingual tale incorporates realistic events into a story that will resonate with modern readers. ‟
The Booklist
‟ For those communities on the frontlines of these issues, this is a book to encourage the youngest community members to use their voices. ‟
The @Home Librarian
‟ We recommend this book to help young people learn about the devastating impact of gentrification and how to fight back. ‟
Rethinking Schools
‟ 'Alejandria Fights Back!/ ¡La Lucha de Alejandria!' 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. ‟
Social Justice Books
‟ 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. ‟
Kirkus Reviews
‟ 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. ‟
SF State News
‟ Filled with delicate yet powerful watercolor illustrations, this is an accessible bilingual read-aloud about a 9-year-old girl fighting for her home. ‟
BayViews
‟ This bilingual tale incorporates realistic events into a story that will resonate with modern readers. ‟
The Booklist
‟ For those communities on the frontlines of these issues, this is a book to encourage the youngest community members to use their voices. ‟
The @Home Librarian
‟ We recommend this book to help young people learn about the devastating impact of gentrification and how to fight back. ‟
Rethinking Schools
‟ 'Alejandria Fights Back!/ ¡La Lucha de Alejandria!' 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. ‟
Social Justice Books
‟ 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. ‟
Kirkus Reviews