Annabella is a curious child, wanting to learn more about her family and the diversity she sees in her Latina heritage. Everyone calls her "Bella" which means beautiful in Spanish. Bella notices how different her sisters are in many ways, especially looks. She goes on to discover the beauty and diversity of the Latina culture. "Soy Bella" is an ode to the Latin American identity. It's a perfect children's book to learn about the history and culture we see in our families. This children's book celebrates diversity and helps young children recognize the beauty in different experiences.
Jorge Santos Book order



- 2022
- 2019
Graphic Memories of the Civil Rights Movement
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A study of five graphic novels or memoirs that have reshaped the narrative of civil rights in America--and an examination of the format's power to allow readers to participate in the memory-making process.