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Sonia Sotomayor: First Latina to Serve on the Supreme Court

Sonia Sotomayor: First Latina to Serve on the Supreme Court

by Cunningham, Kevin

ISBN: 9781680208153

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The daughter of Puerto Rican immigrants, Sonia Sotomayor lived a difficult childhood that included two troubled parents and learning to cope with a serious illness. Her talent for debate and love of hard work propelled her through top universities while her successful career as a lawyer and judge prepared her to become the first Hispanic to serve on the United States Supreme Court. This book in the Notable Hispanic Americans series, Sonia Sotomayor tells the dramatic story of a Latina icon who powered through intense criticism and personal setbacks to pursue justice, help others, and make history.

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  • Copyright: 2024
    Imprint:     Mitchell Lane
    Category:     Nonfiction

    Interest Level:

    • Primary
    • Intermediate

    Reading Level:

    • Grade 4
    • Grade 5
    • Grade 6

  • Book Features:

    • Full-color photographs
    • Further Resources
    • Glossary
    • Index
    • Interesting facts
    • Table of Contents

    Dewey Number: 973.0
    Page Count:     48
    Trim:     6 1/2 x 9 1/4

Notable Hispanic Americans Series

The six books in the Notable Hispanic Americans series offer inspiring stories of hard work, service to others, and overcoming obstacles. Each narrative blends personal details about family and education with a description of the subject’s achievements. Clear language and generous full-color photographs motivate readers to eagerly turn to the next page. Supplementary material includes a timeline, a Find Out More section with recommended websites and ideas for further reading, and a glossary of advanced words that encourages readers to expand their vocabulary. Each book also contains an easy-to-use index and a list of resources used by the author.