Everyone has a story that makes them unique. Reading about other people’s stories can be fun, fascinating, and educational. Belen Medina tells the story of marathon and ultramarathon runner Lorena Ramírez in her book Daughter of the Light-Footed People: The Story of Indigenous Marathon Champion Lorena Ramírez. Medina writes about Lorena’s experiences that helped her build strength and stamina for marathon running, like herding goats and cows and playing running games with her siblings. She also writes about how Lorena’s community, family, and culture give her the strength to keep running. Illustrator Natalia Rojas Castro uses vibrant illustrations to depict Lorena’s running and culture. Included in the backmatter is information about Lorena’s upbringing and and the culture of her people, the Rarámuri.

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