Sonia Sotomayor

Part of the Hispanic Star series

Discover the journey of a Bronx girl to Supreme Court Justice, inspiring dreams and justice.

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Bookroo's summary

Sonia Sotomayor's journey from a Bronx childhood to the Supreme Court is a testament to perseverance and justice. Raised by Puerto Rican parents, Sonia's mother instilled the value of education, leading her to Princeton and Yale. As an assistant district attorney, her commitment to justice never wavered. This biography reveals how Sonia's groundbreaking career inspires young people to pursue their dreams. What challenges did she overcome, and how did she shape the future? Dive into the life of a true Hispanic hero who proves that if you can see it, you can be it.

From the publisher

Read about Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, one of the the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes that have shaped our culture and the world, in this gripping biography written by Claudia Romo Edelman and Nathalie Alonso, with black-and-white illustrations by Alexandra Beguez, perfect for fans of the Who Was and She Persisted series. Meet Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, once just a girl growing up in The Bronx, New York, with her brother and Puerto Rican-born parents. From a young age, her mother emphasized the value of education. Sonia would eventually graduate summa cum laude from Princeton University, receive a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School, and later begin working as an assistant district attorney for New York County. Throughout her decades-long career, Sonia Sotomayor has been driven by her commitment to justice, inspiring young people to follow their dreams and strive to make them reality. Hispanic Star proudly celebrates Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have made remarkable contributions to American culture and have been an undeniable force in shaping its future. If you can see it, you can be it.

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