puerto rico

Explores the people, history, climate, economy, and topography of Puerto Rico, whose name means "rich port" in Spanish.

Explores more than 200 national park areas east of the Mississippi, including maps and a chart that provides an at-a-glance summary of each park's resources.

While preparing for Christmas in Puerto Rico, seven-year-old Esmeralda asks the Three Magi for a baby doll like her cousin's, but when they bring something else instead she gains a deeper understanding of the meaning of the holiday.

Descriptions and plentiful color photos present the history, landscape, and culture of Puerto Rico through the everyday activities of children of various ages throughout the island.

In mid-nineteenth-century Puerto Rico, an old woman and a young village girl conspire to save a runaway African slave by passing her off as the woman's niece.

Although her grandmother has died, Marita sits in Abuelita's rocking chair and remembers the stories Abuelita told of life in Puerto Rico.

Two Latin American tree frogs, mischievous Rafi and his younger sister Rosi, enjoy the events of Puerto Rico's Carnival season. Includes glossary.

Presents over five hundred unusual facts covering each of the fifty states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C.; and features maps, geo-fact charts, and photographs.

A guide to Puerto Rico, providing background on the history, people, and culture of the island; featuring maps and information about places of interest; and including practical travel tips on topics such as climate, dining, transportation, accommodations, and entertainment.

Describes Puerto Rico's history and its relationship with the U.S., and discusses Puerto Rican society and culture, identifying several Puerto Rican celebrities.