The Beloved World of Sonia Sotomayor

Reach for this book when your child is facing a personal obstacle that feels insurmountable, whether it is a health diagnosis, a change in family structure, or feeling like an outsider at school. This memoir follows the childhood of Sonia Sotomayor, who would become the first Latina Supreme Court Justice. It honestly depicts her childhood diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes, the loss of her father, and her upbringing in a housing project in the Bronx. Through Sonia's eyes, children see that resilience is a muscle you build. The story balances the heavy realities of financial hardship and chronic illness with the vibrant love of her Puerto Rican family and the discovery of her own intellectual power. It is an empowering choice for ages 8 to 12, teaching them that their circumstances do not define their potential, but rather shape the unique perspective they bring to the world.