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Diego Rivera: His World and Ours

Book Importer — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:41:39 +0000

This charming book introduces one of the most popular artists of the twentieth century, Diego Rivera, to young readers. It tells the story of Diego as a young, mischievous boy who demonstrated a clear passion for art and then went on to become one of the most famous painters in the world. Duncan Tonatiuh also prompts readers to think about what Diego would paint today. Just as Diego’s murals depicted great historical events in Mexican culture or celebrated native peoples, if Diego were painting today, what would his artwork depict? How would his paintings reflect today’s culture?Diego Rivera: His World and Ours is a wonderful introduction to this great artist.

See the review at WOW Review, Volume 4, Issue 3

The Jade Notebook

Book Importer — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:59:39 +0000

After down-to-earth Zeeta and her flighty mother, Layla, settle in the idyllic beachside town of Mazunte, Mexico, where Zeeta’s true love, Wendell, has an internship photographing rare sea turtles, Zeeta discovers that paradise has its dark side as she and Wendell dig deeper to unearth her elusive father’s past.

Talking Eagle And The Lady Of Roses

Book Importer — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:13:35 +0000

This is the traditional story, told simply and elegantly, of how Juan Diego meets the beautiful Lady on a windswept hilltop in December and carries her message to the disbelieving bishop. The Lady fills Juanzs cloak with full-blooming roses and impresses her image on its fibers as a sign for the bishop to fulfill her request of building a house of prayers. The story tells of how, over many years, countless hands built the great church dedicated to the Lady of Roses, Nuestra Senora Guadalupe on the hill of Tepeyac. Everyone will enjoy the story of Talking Eagle and the Lady of Roses and the wild and glorious illustrations of award-winning, Taos, New Mexico, artist Amy Cordova. Also included is an informative afterword by Gene Gollogly.

The Food of Mexico

Book Importer — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:13:35 +0000

Explore the flavor and culture of this colorful country in The Food of Mexico. What better way to study a country than through its geography, history, regions, customs, and celebrations as they relate to food. Dig right in by trying out one of the delicious recipes inside. Studying world cultures has never been so tasty!

The Cooking of Mexico

Book Importer — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:29:20 +0000

This book introduces the different culinary regions of Mexico and presents many kinds of recipes for traditional Mexico dishes.

Starfields

Book Importer — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 23:17:12 +0000

While big changes are coming to her Mexican village, nine-year- old Rosalba hears that the Mayan calendar predicts the end of the world in 2012 and she dreams of an ancient Mayan boy, eyes bound in a shamanistic ritual, who hints at what Rosalba can do.

La Llorona: The Crying Woman

Book Importer — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 23:17:12 +0000

In ancient Mexico, beautiful Maya’s children are endangered by the threat of Senor Tiempo who, jealous of their immortality, plots to destroy them.

Joy to the World!: Christmas Stories from around the Globe

Book Importer — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 21:51:24 +0000

All over the world, there is a wealth of fascinating traditions and legends surrounding the Christmas story. Here are five festive folk tales, retold by Saviour Pirotta, originating from places as far-flung as Mexico and the Middle East, Northern Europe and North Africa. Sheila Moxley’s vivid artwork adds to the seasonal spirit, making this a true celebration of Christmas, throughout the world.

Read how the lost little camel’s perseverance, resourcefulness and bravery led him back to his mother and baby Jesus’ manger; How an old Baker woman’s kindness and ingenuity saves the life of Baby Jesus and feeds a starving village; The story of a how a goatherding father and daughter, guided by angels, journey to meet the newborn Saviour and present him with weeds that have been transformed into beautiful red Christmas flowers; How selfless little Kumbi puts the needs of others before her own and is rewarded with a gourd of overflowing water to replenish supplies amid drought in her village; Lastly, a Russian variation of the Father Christmas story, where Babushka delivers presents to children from her bottomless basket of toys.

What Are You Doing?

Book Importer — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:14:31 +0000

It’s the first day of school, but before he goes Chepito runs outside to play. He comes across all kinds of people in his neighborhood — a man reading a newspaper, a young girl enjoying a comic, a couple of tourists consulting a guidebook, an archeologist studying hieroglyphics… “Why, why, why?” he sings, and they each have an answer for him. Later that day Chepito discovers for himself that reading is catching, and he even brings home a book to “read” to his younger sister.

From North To South/Del Norte Al Sur

Book Importer — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 18:09:25 +0000

José loves helping Mamá in the garden outside their home in California. But when Mamá is sent back to Mexico for not having citizenship papers, José and his Papá face an uncertain future. What will it be like to visit Mamá in Tijuana? When will she be able to come home? Award-winning children’s book author René Colato Laínez tackles the difficult and timely subject of family separation with exquisite tenderness. He is donating a portion of his royalties to the Centro Madre Assunta, a refuge for women and children who are waiting to be reunited with their families in the United States. Joe Cepeda’s bright and engaging illustrations bring this story of hope to vivid life.

See the review at WOW Review, Volume 4, Issue 2