Leyendas/Legends

60 Latine People Who Changed the World

By: Mónica Mancillas

Narrated by: Dominique Franceschi

Celebrate sixty legendary Latine icons who have changed the world—from artists to engineers to activists and more! This compendium is perfect for fans of Little Leaders and Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.

Did you know . . .

• A famous Colombian singer wrote her first song at just eight years old and had a record deal by thirteen.
• The work of a Mexican chemist led to the discovery of the hole in the ozone layer.
• The youngest congresswoman in US history is Puerto Rican.

Discover the stories of sixty inspiring figures—including celebrities and icons like Frida Kahlo, Roberto Clemente, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Sonia Sotomayor, Shakira, Walter Mercado, Elizabeth Acevedo, and Jharrel Jerome—in this celebratory collection showcasing the multitude of talent within the Latine community.

Each extraordinary person has a unique story—from artists who have shaped pop culture to athletes who have won championships to activists who have changed laws and so many more—and this empowering book shows that anyone can make a difference in the world if they set their mind to it!

©2025 Monica Mancillas (P)2025 Tantor Media

Such an important book

I really wishes there were more books like this when I was growing up. So inspired. Shared it with my nieces and I loved seeing their faces light up. The narrator did a great job with the audiobook, especially switching between English and Spanish. Definitely gifting this to a few people!