Nazarin

Religion & Spirituality

Arjona, Gloria

PÉREZ GALDÓS,BENITO

Rudder, Robert S.

Christian Books & Bibles

Independently published

Review\n“Finally, a Selena book for new readers, one that is told concisely and honestly, and is eminently readable” —Joe Nick Patoski, author of Selena: Como La Flor 
“What a wonderful story to inspire girls to follow their dreams. A story that many girls will identify with, especially those from traditional and multicultural families. I liked all the little sidebar lessons throughout the book. Gloria is a very talented teacher.” —Genevieve B. Southgate, director of community programs, Bowers Museum 
“Selena Quintanilla’s youthful talent and positive drive are brought to life in Prof. Arjona’s latest book, this one geared to young readers. A highly appealing read highlighting Selena’s flexibility in overcoming obstacles to achieving her dreams and her trailblazing contributions to music and her community. The Callisto Media format of encouraging critical, organized thought via questions, maps, timelines, and a glossary make this an enjoyable learning experience.” —Martin E. Delgado, community library manager 
“This is the story of Selena Quintanilla, and what a story it is! In a time where young readers, and young women, need role models more than ever, this book brilliantly depicts the profound humanity, bravery, and talent of a deeply inspiring Latina woman who relentlessly fought for her dream.” —Maite Zubiaurre, UCLA professor Posted 14 hours ago – Edit or Delete\nDiscover the life Selena Quintanilla—a story about breaking down barriers in music, for kids ages 6 to 9 
Selena Quintanilla was the queen of Tejano music. Before she became a star, Selena was a charismatic young girl who loved singing and performing. She made a lot of sacrifices to become a famous musician, rehearsing her songs and dance moves for hours at a time. Her hard work paid off—she became the first 15-year-old girl to win a Tejano music award and went on to break many records during her career. This Selena biography explores how she went from being a talented girl growing up in Texas to a fashion icon and a world-famous singer. 
What sets this Selena book apart: Core curriculum—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Selena’s life, and take a quick quiz to test their knowledge. Short chapters—This Selena kids’ book is broken up into brief chapters that make it fun and easy for new readers to discover details about the singer’s life. Her lasting legacy—Kids will find out how Selena changed the world of music and why she continues to be a role model for many women and people of color around the globe.\nHow will Selena’s big spirit and passion for music inspire the child in your life?

The Story of Selena Quintanilla: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers (The Story of Biographies)

Children's Books

Biographies

Callisto Kids

Known as “The Mexican Bingo,” La Lotería is a tradition passed on from one generation to the next for many Mexican and Central American descendants. Its eye-catching and provocative images are frequently recreated by artists worldwide, and scholarly research on this topic is quickly growing. Moreover, it is an inclusive game, where players do not need any particular skill to play. The connoisseurs enjoy the rhymes and riddles that accompany each image during a traditional game. Thanks to this visual and verbal connection, as well as to the rich cultural context in which these images were created, La Lotería is an excellent pedagogical tool, not only for vocabulary acquisition but for gender and racial studies, since it includes characters that exemplify the three main racial groups in Colonial Mexico: The Indigenous, the European, and the African.\n¡Lotería! The Origins and Practices of the Mexican Bingo explore the history and development of each of the 54 images included in the most popular version, La Lotería El Gallo, paying particular attention to its nine characters. This book emphasizes the importance of the narrative component and the card announcer’s crucial role during the game. Finally, this book compiles the most popular rhymes and riddles that accompany each English and Spanish card.\nGloria Arjona holds a Ph.D. in Spanish from the University of Southern California and teaches Spanish language and literature at the California Institute of Technology. Dr. Arjona’s research interests are in Mexican history, popular culture, and music. Among the themes, she has explored extensively in the music in the visual work of Frida Kahlo, the participation of women in the Mexican Revolution, and the literary work of José Guadalupe Posada. She recently published by this artist Posada’s Unknown Calaveras (Floricanto Press, June 2020)

¡Lotería!

Humor & Entertainment

Puzzles & Games

Floricanto Press

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