puerto rico

Examines the history, art, and culture of Puerto Rican Americans and describes the contribution they have made to American society and culture.

Traces the history of Puerto Rico from its discovery by Columbus to its future as a possible fifty-first state or independent nation.

Photographs and text introduce readers to the people, history, geography, culture, and industries of Puerto Rico, featuring maps, a time line, census information, and brief profiles of key individuals, and describing the climate, natural resources, early settlers, sports, animals, tourism, and related topics.

Illustrations and text present the history, geography, people, politics and government, economy, and social life and customs of this Commonwealth of the U.S. Also includes single page overviews of American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Describes some of the major cities and regions of the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, a commonwealth of the United States.

A color-illustrated look at the history, landscape, government, agriculture and industries, culture, and notable sites of Puerto Rico, also providing quick facts, the commonwealth's official symbols, lyrics to its song, details on its famous people, and a recipe for coconut flan.

An overview of the history, geography, people, and living conditions of the commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

A portrait of Puerto Rico that covers the island's plants, animals, history, famous figures, government, products, and resources and includes a craft activity and a recipe.

Feeling like an outsider when she visits her relatives in Puerto Rico for the first time, eleven-year-old Felita tries to come to terms with the heritage she always took for granted.

Contains dozens of top ten lists for visitors to Puerto Rico, featuring brief descriptions and contact information for top ranked restaurants, festivals, outdoor activities, and other attractions, as well as a list of top ten things to avoid.