Eight Mexican folk heroines come to vibrant life in this fascinating anthology illustrated by Pura Belpre Award-winning artist, educator and activist Maya Gonzalez. Drawing on centuries of Mexican traditions, Fiesta Feminina celebrates brave young girls, clever mythological characters and ambitious historic women leaders. With an illustrator's note by Gonzalez and fully updated interiors, Fiesta Feminina joins Barefoot's popular anthology collection as an engaging tool to weave a captivating storytime in the classroom or at home.

About the Author
Mary-Joan Gerson is a psychologist, world-traveler and distinguished writer. She has published three books for children, including Why the Sky is Far Away (1992), which was a New York Times best illustrated book. She lives with her husband in New York City. Fiesta Femenina is her first title for Barefoot Books. Maya Gonzalez is an award-winning illustrator and graphic artist. She has illustrated many books for children, including Laughing Tomatoes and Other Spring Poems by Francisco Alaron (1996), which won the Pura Belpre Honor Award. Maya lives in San Francisco, California.


Book Information
ISBN 9781782854258
Author Mary-Joan Gerson
Format Paperback
Page Count 64
Imprint Barefoot Books Ltd
Publisher Barefoot Books Ltd