International Latino Book Award The Alma Flor Ada Best Latino Focused Children's Picture Book 2022. Courageous History Makers: 11 Women from Latin America who changed the World highlights 11 women from Latin America who excelled in science, sports, the arts, journalism, politics and more. Some notable women featured include Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, Nobel Peace Prize Winner Rigoberta Menchu, Grammy-winning musical icon Celia Cruz, and renowned pilot Hermelinda Urvina. By presenting the true biographical stories of these outstanding women in rhyming verses, young readers will follow their journey to success. Other women featured include Viridiana Alvarez (Mountaineer), Prudencia Ayala (Writer/Activist), Teresa Carreño (Pianist), Laura Chinchilla (Former President Of Costa Rica), Caterine Ibargüen (Athlete /Olympic Gold Medalist), Gabriela Mistral (Poet / Nobel Prize In Literature), Aracely Quispe (Nasa Engineer). Perfect for Women's History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and year-round learning, this vibrant and educational book promotes diverse representation, cultural pride, and the power of perseverance. Ideal for classrooms, libraries, and families seeking uplifting stories of strong, history-making women from Latin America.