Little kids can follow up the story with this coloring sheet. Read this biographical picture book with young kids, then talk about who Cesar Chavez was and why his birthday is a national holiday in the United States. Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez by Kathleen Krull and Yuyi Morales (book in English or Spanish) In the words of Dolores Huerta, '¡Sí, se puede!' (Yes, it can be done!) To celebrate Cesar Chavez, families can learn more about his life and brainstorm ways to carry on his work in our own communities.Ĭheck out the books, videos, podcasts, and movies listed here to spark conversations about Chavez's legacy of activism, courage, justice, and equality. Though there's still progress to be made, Chavez's story reminds us that against all odds, change is possible. Chavez was a founder of the United Farm Workers union, which led to better working conditions and pay for workers across the country.

He believed that even those who live in poverty and have no political power can find a voice in the community and promote change.

Chavez dedicated his life to protecting the rights of Latino farmworkers through nonviolent protests and labor organizing. Cesar Chavez is one of the great heroes of the Latino community in the United States.

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