El héroe del Cinco de Mayo Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín / The Hero of Cinco de Mayo Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín

$ 17.95

By José Angel Gutiérrez

Illustrated by Stephen Marchesi

This bilingual picture book recounts the life of Zaragoza, commander of the Mexican army and navy during the Battle of Puebla, and the Mexican army’s unexpected win against a much stronger foe. Today this victory is celebrated in the United States as Cinco de Mayo, a day to commemorate the Mexican roots of many US citizens.

2nd–5th grade, Ages 7–10