That's Not Fair! / iNo Es Justo!

“This inspirational story, illustrated with brightly colored, touching artwork, will teach readers that one determined person can make the world a better place. Highly recommended for all schools and public libraries.” – Críticas , starred review“Striking illustrations … an important book celebrating the struggle for justice and civil rights. – School Library Journal“Tells of Ms. Tenayuca’s life, not as an organizer, orator, or leader but as a girl whose sharp mind and compassion for others sows the seeds of activism.” – National Catholic Reporter“Carmen Tafolla is a pioneer of Chicana literature and a unique Southwestern voice. Her poems and stories will teach you as much as touch your heart.” –Ana Castillo, author, So Far from God“That’s Not Fair! is a coming-of-age story of a child who is moved to action by the poverty and injustice she witnesses all around her … . Emma the child, learning from her gentle grandfather, matured into Emma the organizer who led the mostly Mexican, mostly women pecan shellers … is a story that will resonate with young children … . An important book about a child’s confronting injustice and growing up to make a difference, That’s Not Fair! Emma Tenayuca’s struggle for justice / No Es Justo! La lucha de Emma Tenayuca por la justicia is highly recommended.” Beverly Slapin, decoloresreviews.blogspot.com

Carmen Tafolla is one of the most anthologiesd of all Latina poets, with poems for both adults and children appearing in more than 200 anthologies. She is the author of the Bluebonnet Award-nominated Baby Coyote and the Old Woman. Sharyll Teneyuca is a social justice lawyer and the niece of Emma Tenayuca.

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