The Story of Selena Quintanilla: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers

Discover the life Selena Quintanilla--a story about breaking down barriers in music, for kids ages 6 to 9

Selena Quintanilla was the queen of Tejano music. Before she became a star, Selena was a charismatic young girl who loved singing and performing. She made a lot of sacrifices to become a famous musician, rehearsing her songs and dance moves for hours at a time. Her hard work paid off--she became the first 15-year-old girl to win a Tejano music award and went on to break many records during her career. This Selena biography explores how she went from being a talented girl growing up in Texas to a fashion icon and a world-famous singer.

What sets this Selena book apart:

• Core curriculum--Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Selena's life, and take a quick quiz to test their knowledge.
• Short chapters--This Selena kids' book is broken up into brief chapters that make it fun and easy for new readers to discover details about the singer's life.
• Her lasting legacy--Kids will find out how Selena changed the world of music and why she continues to be a role model for many women and people of color around the globe.

How will Selena's big spirit and passion for music inspire the child in your life?

Author: Gloria Arjona
Publisher: Callisto Kids
Published: 06/28/2022
Pages: 64
Binding Type: Paperback
Series: The Story of Biographies
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 8.03h x 5.67w x 0.39d
ISBN: 9781638782346
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Arjona, Gloria: -

GLORIA ARJONA teaches Spanish at the California Institute of Technology and is the author of Posadas Unknown Calaveras and ¡Lotería!. She's also a musician who sings and plays guitar. Learn more at GloriaArjona.com.