Hopeful Heroes

In this companion to Bravo!, Margarita Engle's beautiful poetry introduces young readers to lesser-known Latinos from varied backgrounds who have all shown tremendous resilience.

Prepare to be inspired by this empowering collection of poetry that tells a larger story about fortitude and community across Hispanic history. From environmental activists such as Christina Figueres to record breaking athletes like Pele, each role model featured is a legend in their own right. There's no better time to champion the accomplishments of this remarkable group of unsung heroes from all across Latin America!

Those profiled in this collection include Anacaona, Martin de la Cruz and Juan Badiano, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Micaela Bastidas Puyucahua, Simon Bolivar, Mariana Grajales Cuello, Ana Roque de Duprey, Julio Garavito Armero, Ramon Fonst Segundo, Christiana Figueres, Juano Hernandez, Gabriela Mistral, Martin Chambi de Coaza, Marina Nunez del Prado, Noe Canjura, Nicolas Garcia Uriburu, Pele, and Rigoberta Menchu Tum.