The Story of the Chicano Movement

by Amy Holt

Book Overview

Mexicans have long been discriminated against in the United States. After the Mexican-American War ended in 1848, many tried to hide their true heritage so they would be considered white and treated with dignity by the majority of Americans. However, by the 1960s, many had grown tired of hiding who they were. This volume's age-appropriate main text, enhanced by engaging sidebars and informative fact boxes, tells readers the story of Mexican-Americans'...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 150266819X
• ISBN13: 9781502668196
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.6" x 8.3"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6