Ancona, George

Contains an introduction to the different festivals and celebrations of Latin America, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on Three Kings Day, Day of the Dead, Independence Day, and Christmas, describing each tradition. Presented in English and Spanish.

Contains an introduction to the different foods of Latin America, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on how they are prepared and when they are eaten, including biscuits, tacos, breads, and more. Presented in English and Spanish.

Contains an introduction to role grandparents play in Latin American families, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on how they live together, help with shopping, cooking, homework, and sports. Presented in English and Spanish.

Amelia Lauren Moyer Pe?rez, a young girl living in New York with her brother Gabriel, and her mother, a teacher from the Dominican Republic, tells about the different activities sheenjoys with her many friends. Presented in English and Spanish.

Christopher, a fifth-grade student whose father came from El Salvador and mother from Guatemala, describes some of the things he and his friends do in school. Presented in English and Spanish.

"Follows a diverse group of kids as they find out where their food comes from, how to prepare it -- and how great it is to share a meal together"--Provided by publisher.

"Presents a portrait of a Santa Fe community garden, revealing how students and other citizens work together to select and grow annual plants, create compost, release butterflies, harvest edibles, and protect garden beds for the winter"--Provided by publisher.

During the three-day celebration of the Days of the Dead, a young Mexican boy and his family make elaborate preparations to honor the spirits of the dead.