This second volume of the series Corazón de Mexicanos como yo, pays tribute to Mexicans who by necessity or decision have developed professionally in the United States.

Corazón de Mexicanos como yo is a companion piece to Mexicanos como yo, a compilation short biographies that tribute to some of the most outstanding personalities of Mexican and Mexican American culture, with a greater focus on Mexican Americans. From the adventures of the astronaut Ellen Ochoa and the research of the astrophysicist France A. Córdova to the hard-hitting reporting of Jorge Ramos and the breath-taking exploits of skater Mark Gonzales, this book shows the range of accomplishments from activists to sculptors — and everything in between. Beautifully illustrated and complete with extension activities, this book will make the reader aware of the massive contributions of Mexicans and Mexican Americans to contemporary society.