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Region: Cuba
The Poet Slave Of Cuba: A Biography Of Juan Francisco Manzano
A lyrical biography of a Cuban slave who escaped to become a celebrated poet. Born into the household of a wealthy slave owner in Cuba in 1797, Juan Francisco Manzano spent his early years by the side of a woman who made him call her Mama, even though he had a mama of his own. [...]
Other Descriptors: Biography, Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Poetry Themes: 1979-1854, Children's poetry, Cuba, Juan Francisco, Life, Manzano, Poets, Slaves Leave a comment
Feliz Nochebuena, Feliz Navidad: Christmas Feasts of the Hispanic Caribbean
Maricel E. Presilla takes us on a journey through the history of Christmas in the Hispanic islands. As she describes all of the foods of Christmas Day, she tells us about the peoples from around the world who brought their ingredients and recipes to the table. Presilla gives us carefully tested recipes that allow readers [...]
Other Descriptors: Haiti, Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Nonfiction, Puerto Rico Themes: Caribbean, Caribbean culture, Christmas, Family, Festivities, Islands, Travel Leave a comment
Children of Cuba
The largest island in the Caribbean, Cuba is a place of mountains and forests, beaches and coral reefs, large cities and quiet villages. Its thriving cultural life has been shaped by the many different groups that have called Cuba home, including native peoples, Spaniards, and Africans. Frank Staub offers readers a clear portrait of what [...]
Other Descriptors: Caribbean, Nonfiction, Primary (Gr. K-3) Themes: Children, custom, History, social life Leave a comment
Oye, Celia!
Illustrations and rhythmic text celebrate the life and music of singer Celia Cruz, as a young fan attends a neighborhood dance party and hears loss, happiness, Latin American culture, and more in her voice and lyrics. Includes translations of Spanish words used.
Other Descriptors: All Ages, Americas, Fiction Themes: Cruz, Celia, Latin Americans, Singers Comments closed
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