A biography of the man responsible for transforming Puerto Rico from an island of poverty, disease, and squalor into "the Showplace of the Caribbean.".
Brief biographies of eleven Puerto Ricans who, from the eighteenth century to the present-day, contributed to the emancipation and development of their island.
Brief biographies of fourteen outstanding Puerto Ricans, including golfer Chi Chi Rodriquez, actress Miriam Colon, statesmen Luis Munoz Rivera and Luis Munoz Marin, educator Jaime Benitez and painter Julio Rosado del Valle.
Describes the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of Puerto Rico and discusses the question of Statehood, Commonwealth status, or independence.
Two Latin American tree frogs, mischievous Rafi and his younger sister Rosi, enjoy the events of Puerto Rico's Carnival season. Includes glossary and related activity.
An introduction to Puerto Rico that describes the geography, history, and social conditions; and includes a drawing activity, a time line that highlights important events, additional facts, and important figures. Presented in English and Spanish.
Illustrations and rhyming text in Spanish and English describe all the special things a Puerto Rican boy enjoys doing with his grandparents throughout the year.
