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America Ferrera (Little Jamie Books What Its Like to Be ) (Spanish Edition) (Little Jamie Books What Its Like to Be/Un...

by Tammy Gagne

Book Details

Publisher:Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.
Published:2011-11
Pages:36
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1584158549

Reading Info

Age Range:7-10

About This Book

You may know her as Ugly Betty, or you may think of her as Carmen from The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants movies. Either way, America Ferrera has become a household name. This talented young celebrity also spends time giving back. In addition to her work as an actress, she speaks up for causes she believes in and lends her time to charity. Because she leads such an exciting life, you may wonderwhats it like to be America Ferrera? Seguro la conoces como Ugly Betty o como la Carmen de las pelcu

Our Review

This engaging biography introduces young readers to America Ferrera, tracing her journey from child actress to influential celebrity who uses her platform for meaningful causes. The book explores her most famous roles in "Ugly Betty" and "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" while also highlighting her advocacy work and charitable contributions. Children will discover how Ferrera balances her entertainment career with her commitment to social issues, providing a well-rounded portrait of a modern role model. The bilingual elements woven throughout the text make this biography particularly accessible to Spanish-speaking families and bilingual learners.

What sets this biography apart is its focus on character development and civic responsibility alongside career achievements. Young readers will appreciate learning about Ferrera's real-life challenges and triumphs, from navigating Hollywood to finding her voice as an activist. The book's balanced approach makes it especially valuable for children interested in performing arts who also need encouragement to develop empathy and community awareness. This inspiring story demonstrates how celebrities can leverage their influence for positive change while maintaining authenticity in the spotlight.

Themes

Actors

Subjects

Actors