A review by angkunkel
A Girl Named Rosita: The Story of Rita Moreno: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Trailblazer! by Anika Aldamuy Denise

5.0

Readers who loved Planting Stories, Anika Aldamuy Denise's picture book biography of Pura Belpré, will want to talk a look at A Girl Named Rosita as well. This picture book biography of Rita Moreno is equally lyrical, and lush illustrations by Leo Espinosa capture the drama of Moreno's life. Children who love performance and dance will be drawn to her story, and readers of all backgrounds will learn more about how Puerto Ricans face prejudice when emigrating to the continental United States. Highly recommended for library collections.