In about 500 words, discuss your takeaways from the article. You can use these questions as guide:
How did Pura Belpré’s life and work reflect and respond to the need for representation in children’s literature?
What necessitated the creation of this award? How does the award itself honor Belpré’s legacy?
How did the creation of the award challenge the status quo of awards? How was its creation and the work of its creator the result of activism?
