puerto rico

An illustrated introduction to Puerto Rico, providing information about the land and climate, natural resources, plants and animals, tourism, industry, goods and services, history, population, politics and government, cultural groups, sports, and arts and entertainment.

"Inspired by the true story of a community that saved a century-old tree after it was toppled by Hurricane Maria in 2017"--Provided by publisher.

A small boy discovers Puerto Rico's beloved amphibian, the Eleutherodactylus coqui, in his shoe, resulting in an everlasting friendship, and together they experience the wonders and beauty of the island.

"Welcome to Puerto Rico! Let Angel show you around where he lives. Learn about Puerto Rico's flag, animal, and flower. Find out his favorite activities too!"--Provided by publisher.

"From watching wildlife in El Yunque National Forest to exploring Old San Juan, Puerto Rico is full of adventures. This title introduces the US territory's people, culture, and places to visit"--Amazon.

"After a fight at school leaves Marcus facing suspension, Marcus's mother takes him and his younger brother, who has Down syndrome, to Puerto Rico to visit relatives they do not remember or have never met, and while there Marcus starts searching for his father, who left their family ten years ago and is somewhere on the island"--Provided by publisher.

"A collection of scary stories from across the United States and Puerto Rico"--Provided by publisher.

It is 1898, and 12-year-old Paloma lives in Puerto Rico with her Papi, Mama, and little brother, Jorge. They are coffee farmers, and Paloma loves the goats, chickens, and fruit trees that she helps to care for. She also loves music, the song of the coqui frogs who sing her to sleep, and the melodies from Papi's tiple guitar. But Paloma's world begins to change when United States soldiers invade Puerto Rico, long controlled by Spain. What will happen to their farm, their culture, the island? As Paloma and her family navigate changes they can't control, they hold tightly to each other and hope for a better future.

"Violeta Rubio only has one goal in mind for her first-ever trip to Puerto Rico: help Abuelita reopen her beloved restaurant. The only problem is that Violeta's whole family thinks they can do it without her. Now Violeta doesn't have anyone to hang out with or anything to do. But when best friend duo Diego and Lorena need help capturing the rumored chupacabra, Violeta sees her chance to change all that. What she isn't expecting is to run straight into the beast! Only...he isn't as monstrous as everyone assumes. Sure, he's got some scales and spikes, big red eyes, and pointy fangs--but he's totally a puppy and loyal to a fault. Violeta must find a way to keep Chupie hidden and convince her newfound friends that he isn't anything to be scared of"--Provided by publisher.

A girl in Puerto Rico copes with the aftermath of a hurricane, including her family's temporary blue tarp roof and her brother's refusal to speak. Includes notes about the author's life in Puerto Rico and the yearly ritual of preparing for hurricanes.