Judy Baca (English)

Judy Baca (English) is a biography for middle-grade readers that traces the life of the Hispanic American artist and educator who rose from a background of racism and poverty to become an internationally renowned muralist. The book recounts how Baca created large-scale public murals, most notably The Great Wall of Los Angeles, and how she founded the Social and Public Art Resource Center to support community-based art. It also explains how she used art to teach peace, understanding, and social justice, inspiring countless students and communities.