Theme: traditions

Beto and the Bone Dance

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

A fantastic encounter on the Day of the Dead. Today is Beto’s favorite holiday — the Day of the Dead. First, he and his father craft an altar at home in honor of Beto’s recently departed grandmother, filled with the things she loved in life. Later, it’s off to the cemetery, where at midnight all [...]

Descriptors: Mexico, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Where Angels Glide at Dawn: New Stories from Latin America

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

A unique collection of contemporary Latin American stories. These tales represent a variety of countries and a wide range of voices. This anthology is a superb medley of Latin Anerica’s diverse cultures and literatures.

Descriptors: Folklore, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Latin America, Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Waira’s First Journey

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

The story describes the first time young Waira joins her parents on their trip from their mountain home to the market in Topojo. The journey normally takes two days, but in order to give Waira, and readers, a glimpse of Aymara history, the family takes a long detour to the ruins of the ancient city [...]

Descriptors: Bolivia, Folklore, Latin America, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Mexico

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Introduces Mexican culture using crafts, recipes, games, and folktales.

Descriptors: All Ages, Mexico, Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Celebrate! In Central America (Celebrate! (Harpercollins)

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Describes the background and customs associated with some of the festivals of Central America.

Descriptors: Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Latin America, Nonfiction, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Cinco de Mayo: Celebrating the Traditions of Mexico

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Every Cinco de Mayo, Rosa and her family cheer at a parade and enjoy delicious Mexican food. But what exactly is Cinco de Mayo? Although many people think May fifth marks Mexico’s independence, the holiday is actually the anniversary of a decisive battle against foreign occupiers. Today, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated by many. Follow [...]

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Mexico, Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

Pancho’s Pinata

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

On Christmas Eve Pancho rescues a star from a cactus and receives the gift of happiness.

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Dominican Republic (Cultures of the World)

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

“Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of the Dominican Republic”–Provided by publisher.

Descriptors: All Ages, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

La Gran Fiesta

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

Relates how Crow and his friends taught everyone to celebrate Christmas.

Descriptors: Americas, Early Years (ages 2-6), Fiction, Mexico, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , » Comments closed