Rubén Blades
by Bárbara Cruz
Hispanic Biographies (Enslow)
Reading Level 8-9 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Discover the inspiring journey of Rubén Blades, a legendary singer and actor who used his talent to break stereotypes and uplift Latin American culture. His dedication went beyond the stage, as he passionately worked to help those in need and promote social justice. Learn how his music and humanitarian efforts made a lasting impact around the world.
Representation & Themes
MulticulturalBiographyMusicSocial Justice
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0894908936
- Pages
- 128
- Published
- 1997
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 15,660
Genres
Juvenile Nonfiction
Subjects
Blades, Rubén -- Juvenile literature.Blades, Rubén.Singers -- Panama -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Salsa (Music) -- History and criticism -- Juvenile literature.Singers.Panamanians -- United States -- Biography.