When Pedrito replaces, from his own earnings, money he has lost, his mother decides that he is finally big enough for some of his father's earnings to be used towards buying him a bicycle.
An overview of immigration from South America to the United States and Canada since the 1960s, discussing conditions leading to immigration, immigration patterns, problems facing immigrants, and more.
100 famous Latinos share real-life stories, time-tested dichos, favorite folktales, and inspiring words of wisdom
Nava, Yolanda
2000
An anthology of Latino folktales, lullabies, poems, and proverbs, with first-person recollections from the author's own experiences, as well as those of one hundred well-known Latinos from the past and present.
Diego Juarez finds sanctuary with the Ricardo family after escaping an illegal cocaine operation, but his safe haven is destroyed when the army destroys the family's crop and livelihood and Diego joins a protest of the government's actions, which leads to a dramatic standoff.
Profiles the life and achievements of Shakira, discussing her childhood, early interest in music, family, love life, success as a recording artist, charity work, and more. Includes suggestions for further reading and related Web sites.
