puerto rico

From the tiny coqu? frogs calling out in the rain forests to the waves washing on sandy beaches, Puerto Rico is a beautiful island! Readers can learn about the history, landscape, culture, and wildlife of this U.S. territory through stunning photos and informative text in this exciting title. Features map out the landscape, introduce an island animal, explore historical events, and highlight challenges facing Puerto Rico. Take a trip to Isla del Encanto with this fact-filled read!.

"A hurricane nearly destroys everything Elena knows, but over time, Elena and her community begin to rebuild, planting seeds of hope along the way"--OCLC.

"A supernatural thriller set against the backdrop of a post-hurricane Puerto Rico. After the hurricane, some see destruction and some smell blood. The tiny island of Vieques, located just off the northeastern coast of the main island of Puerto Rico, is trying to recover after hurricane Maria, but the already battered island is now half empty. To make matter worse, as on the main island, developers have come in to buy up the land at a fraction of its worth, taking advantage of the island when it is down. Lupe, Javier, and Marisol are back to investigate a series of murders that follow in the wake of a hurricane and in the shadow of a new supernatural threat"--OCLC.

"Two Puerto Rican tree frog children, Rafi and his younger sister Rosi, participate in the events of the island's Carnival season. Includes additional factual information and activities about the topics covered in the story"--Provided by publisher.

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

Maxy the dog survives Hurricane Mar?a, and like many who go through natural disasters, he is later terrified of storms and rain.

"Carlitos lives in a happy home with his mother, his abuela, and Coco the cat. Life in his hometown is cozy as can be, but the call of the capital city pulls Carlitos across the bay in search of his father"--Provided by publisher.

Author's memoir of her Puerto Rican childhood and her family's move to New York when she was thirteen.

The author recalls her poor, but enchanted childhood in Puerto Rico, and discusses the challenges she faced when her mother decided to move the family to New York.

Describes Puerto Rico's geography, climate, plants and animals, history, people, natural resources, and more. Includes quickfacts and a timeline.