As a Pittsburgh Pirates legend, Roberto Clemente refused to be silenced or diminished by prejudice. Rather, he devoted his life to uplifting his community, a bold act that continues to inspire generations in the city that nurtured Mister Rogers’ timeless wisdom and beyond.

Through his powerful story, we are reminded that true greatness lies not just in one’s feats, but in the indelible mark left on the lives of those we encounter.

And so, in celebration of Roberto Clemente Day and National Hispanic Heritage Month, one steadfast custodian of America’s Pastime is preserving the lasting legacy of this beloved icon for generations to come.

MLB.com Journalist & Children’s Author, Nathalie Alonso, joins Little Forrest and me on Episode #222 of PR From The Heart’s Children’s Books Spotlight Series (as part of the program’s 6-Year Anniversary Celebration) to share her inspiring story, the release of her new children’s book, Call Me Roberto!: Roberto Clemente Goes to Bat for Latinos (illustrated by Rudy Gutierrez, published by Calkins Creek/Astra Books for Young Readers), Roberto’s resilience against bigotry and racism, his impact on and off the field as a humanitarian and role model, the importance of representation, embracing one’s identity, and making history accessible to children through engaging storytelling, what’s waiting in the wings in the on-deck circle of her future projects, plus much more.

Nathalie and I encourage all of you, our fellow neighbors, to subscribe to PR From The Heart’s official YouTube channel and enjoy our heartfelt conversation, the next trolley stop of The Children’s Books Spotlight Series 6-Year Anniversary Celebration: https://bit.ly/4enRd4p.

If you are a children’s or middle-grade author, are interested in joining the PR From The Heart family, and becoming a featured guest on The Children’s Books Spotlight Series, to share your inspiring story and the release of your new book, contact me for more information: https://bit.ly/3MdN5Zi.

Call Me Roberto!: Roberto Clemente Goes to Bat for Latinos Text copyright © 2024 by Nathalie Alonso • Illustrations copyright © 2024 by Rudy Gutierrez. Courtesy of Calkins Creek/Astra Books for Young Readers. All Rights Reserved.

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