The Wrestling Cholitas of Bolivia

By Claudia Bellante, Anna Carbone (Illustrator)

Part of the Against All Odds series

Two girls defy gender norms to pursue their wrestling dreams in Bolivia.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In El Alto, Bolivia, Noelia and Wara dream of wrestling, a sport deemed for boys. Undeterred, they don the traditional Cholitas attire every Sunday, stepping into the ring to challenge societal norms. Their journey is one of courage and determination, showcasing how small actions can lead to great achievements. Will they overcome the prejudice and prove that wrestling is for everyone? This inspiring tale celebrates diversity and resilience, inviting readers to explore stories of young heroes from around the world who defy the odds.

From the publisher

Two girls in Bolivia, with a passion for wrestling, beat the odds in this new empowering picture book Noelia and Wara are two girls who live in the city of El Alto, Bolivia. Wrestling is their passion. They are often told that “wrestling is for boys.” But despite this resistance, every Sunday they proudly put on the traditional costume of the Cholitas, the Aymara women of Bolivia, and head to the ring, where they would fight with courage and defy all the odds stacked against them. The stories told in the Against All Odds picture book series are true stories of brave boys and girls from different parts of the world, who, with their small everyday actions, beat the odds and achieve something great. The series is intended to promote diversity and acceptance by exposing children to kids’ stories from faraway places facing unique situations or overcoming prejudice.

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