Miguel Must Fight!
Written by Jamie Ofelia
Illustrated by Sara Palacios
Published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Miguel was like a paintbrush in a family of steely swords …
All his life, Miguel’s familia told him he must fight! But his family’s art of sword fighting never captivated him as much as the sway of his colored pencils did.
When his village is threatened by El Dragón, Miguel must make a choice: will he stand with his familia and fight, or can he prove that the pencil is mightier than the sword?
With vibrant illustrations from award-winning artist Sara Palacios, this charming story of family tradition and self-discovery will inspire young readers to always follow their passions.
Primary ISBN: 9780316365093
Publication Date: April 2024
Available As: Hardcover
Picture Book, Age 04 or older
Community Represented: Unspecified (Hispanic/Latinx/Latine)
Themes: Accolades & Awards, Accolades & Awards: Starred Review, Arts, Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Family, Family Relationship: Grandparents, Family Relationship: Parents, Family Relationship: Siblings, Generational Differences, Genre: Fantasy & Folklore, Multilingual: Spanish Featured Words, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Setting: Home Country
Setting: Unspecified
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Home Country
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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Source: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers