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Barrio Rising: The Protest that Built Chicano Park

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Barrio Rising: The Protest That Built Chicano Park by María Dolores Águila, illustrated by Magdalena Mora, tells the inspiring true story of how residents of San Diego’s Barrio Logan united in 1970 to claim land for a community park. With lyrical text and vibrant art, a young narrator witnesses neighbors organize, occupy the land for twelve days, and paint towering freeway pillars into a living museum of culture and pride.

This powerful picture book celebrates community organizing, public art, and the roots of Chicano Park—home to the largest outdoor mural collection in the United States. Perfect for read‑alouds and conversations about belonging, activism, and the places we call home.

Key Features

  • Award‑caliber acclaim: Starred review from Kirkus; widely praised by reviewers and librarians.
  • Historical focus: Centers the 1970 Barrio Logan land occupation that led to the creation of Chicano Park.
  • Classroom‑ready: Clear narrative arc, rich backmatter potential, and discussion‑friendly themes for civics and social studies.
  • Edition details: Hardcover; approx. 40 pages; Dial Books (Penguin Young Readers Group).
  • Also in Spanish: Companion Spanish edition available (El barrio se levanta).
  • Audience: Ideal for ages 4–8; great for K–3 read‑alouds, libraries, and community programs.

Why Choose This Book

  • Inspires action: Models youth voice, neighborhood pride, and peaceful protest.
  • Affirms identity: Uplifts Chicanx/Latinx heritage and the power of public art.
  • Beautifully illustrated: Mora’s expressive spreads invite observation, inference, and conversation.
Who It’s For Click or tap to expand
  • Families and young readers who love true stories of community change.
  • Educators and librarians seeking picture books on activism, place‑based history, and the arts.
  • Programs celebrating Chicanx/Latinx Heritage, California history, and public art.
Key Themes Click or tap to expand
  • Community organizing; peaceful protest; youth voice
  • Chicano Park; public art and murals; cultural pride
  • Urban history; civic engagement; belonging and place
For Educators Click or tap to expand
  • Read‑aloud & discussion: Identify the problem, community response, and outcomes; connect to students’ own neighborhood assets.
  • Art connection: Analyze mural imagery and symbolism; invite students to design a class mural panel celebrating local stories.
  • History & civics: Create a simple timeline of the twelve‑day occupation; map Barrio Logan and discuss how public spaces are made.
  • Language arts: Vocabulary from the text; personal narrative prompts about a place that feels like home.
Sale price$27.00 CAD
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Barrio Rising: The Protest that Built Chicano Park
Barrio Rising: The Protest that Built Chicano Park Sale price$27.00 CAD

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