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Juan Gonzalez

outstanding outfielder
1995
A biography of baseball star outfielder Juan Gonzalez, from his childhood in Puerto Rico to his success with the Texas Rangers to his dedication to the youth of Puerto Rico.

Why does the coqui sing?

2004
When thirteen-year-old Luz and her family move from Chicago to her stepfather's native home of Puerto Rico, she and her brother Rome struggle to adjust and to decide where it is they really belong.

Roberto Clemente

2012
Describes his childhood in Puerto Rico, major league career, humanitarian efforts, tragic death, and his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Perez and Martina

a Puerto Rican folktale
1991
A Puerto Rican folklore in which a cockroach is courted by a gallant mouse.

Rafi y Rosi

2006
Two tree frogs, mischievous Rafi and his younger sister Rosi, learn about the plants and animals of Puerto Rico together. Includes glossary.

Bobo's magic wishes

a story from Puerto Rico
1996
A Puerto Rican folktale which tells of Juan Bobo, a young man whose foolish antics win him the hand of a princess and a life of ease in her father's castle.

Ricky Martin

2001
A biography of Ricky Martin, discussing his early life in Puerto Rico, the encouragement he received from his beloved grandmother, and his career as an actor and musician with Menudo, on Broadway, on television, and as a solo artist.

Ricky Martin

2000
Profiles the life and career of the Latin pop star best known for his hit song "Livin' la Vida Loca.".

Raul Julia

1996
Narrates the life and career of the Puerto Rican-born actor whose versatility was evident throughout thirty years of performances in the theater, movies, and television.

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