When her dog becomes lovesick for the moon, a young Cuban girl and her uncle call the moon down to give the dog a kiss, with surprising results.
The Dog Who Loved the Moon
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. Denied an education, young Juan still showed an exceptional talent for poetry. His verses reflect the beauty of his world, but they also expose its hideous cruelty. Powerful, haunting poems and breathtaking illustrations create a portrait of a life in which even the pain of slavery could not extinguish the capacity for hope.
Featured in Volume I, Issue 1 of WOW Review.
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 of all ages to join in on the feast.
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 life is like for the children of Cuba.
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.