About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing that some people work harder for less, or when they ask why certain groups of people are treated differently than others. It is an ideal resource for children who possess a strong sense of fairness and need to see that their small voice can contribute to a much larger chorus of change. This biography follows Jessica Govea Thorbourne from her childhood as a Mexican American migrant worker to her pivotal role as a labor organizer. It gently explores themes of systemic inequality and financial hardship while emphasizing the power of community and peaceful protest. For parents of elementary schoolers, it provides a factual yet age-appropriate bridge into conversations about labor rights and civil rights history, showing that even a child can plant the seeds of justice.
