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by Laekan Zea Kemp (Author), Raissa Figueroa (Illustrator)
Saddle up! This joy-filled story--about family traditions, fierce competitions, female bravado, and the real meaning of triumph--is sure to win your heart.
Rhea LOVES Rodeo Day!
She loves the boots and buckles and ruffles. She loves riding her trusted steed, Galleta, alongside her mighty girl teammates. But more than anything, Rhea likes to WIN! As she and her friends stampede through the arena, Rhea can almost taste victory. But will she be able to get back in the saddle if they don't take home the coveted trophy?
RHEA'S RODEO celebrates the rich tradition of Escaramuza Charra, women's Mexican rodeo, and is for everyone looking for: -exuberant, feel-good stories with depth and emotion-feminist stories-character-driven stories-great read-alouds-books that center the Latine experience-horse stories-sports stories-themes of teamwork, competition, managing emotions, and dealing with defeat and disappointment
Author Biography
Laekan Zea Kemp is the author of the picture books A Crown for Corina, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri; Home Is a Heartbeat, illustrated by Magdalena Mora; Desert Song, illustrated by Beatriz Gutiérrez Hernández, and numerous other titles for young readers. Her work celebrates Chicano grit, resilience, creativity, and joy while exploring themes of identity and mental health. She lives in Austin, Texas. Learn more at laekanzeakemp.com.
Raissa Figueroa is a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor recipient who has illustrated several acclaimed picture books, including Wash Day Love by Tanisia Moore, We Wait for the Sun by Katie McCabe and Dovey Roundtree, the Oona books by Kelly DiPucchio, and her very own What My Daddy Loves. Raissa lives in San Diego, California. Learn more at rizzyfig.com.
