hispanic americans

Pedro is excited for his class's trip to the aquarium, but when he gets separated from the others near the shark tank, he gets frightened and starts running to and fro--until he takes a hint from the shark to stop going in circles.

"An adaptation for middle graders based on the . . . adult memoir, 'My Beloved World,' in which the Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Sonia Sotomayor's details her achievements, which serve as a true testament to the fact that no matter the obstacles, dreams can come true. Includes an 8-page photo insert"--Provided by publisher.

Two siblings spot a variety of trucks, play with toy trucks, and watch monster trucks at a state fair.

"Three sisters in San Antonio are shadowed by guilt and grief over the loss of their oldest sister, who still haunts their house"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the life and successes of pop singer Christina Aguilera"--Provided by publisher.

A vignette from Sandra Cisneros's book "The House on Mango Street" in which a young girl reflects upon her family's different kinds of hair and the safety of her mother's arms; presented in English and Spanish with vivid illustrations.

Profiles the lives and achievements of Americans with South American heritage, which includes architect Cesar Pelli, novelist Isabel Allende, actor Benjamin Bratt, singer Christina Aguilera, and others; and discusses South American immigration.

Maya, who lives in the dusty desert, opens her eyes wide to find the colors in her world, from Papi's black hair and Mami's orange and purple flowers to Maya's red swing set and the fiery pink sunset. Presented in English and Spanish.

Issa Mazumder is shocked to learn her mother is marrying Cat Morena's father, and struggles to accept her new stepsister, who shows no respect for Issa's Indian and African-American heritage, but Issa soon learns that in order to earn Cat's respect, she must welcome Cat's traditions as well.

Claudia's seventh-grade class elections. It's the same every year: the same kids run, and the same kids win. Promises are broken, and nobody cares. This year, it's going to be different. Claudia's friend Peter is running for class president. He's smart and honest, but can he win the election? He insists on having a clean campaign, and everyone else is playing dirty! Fully translated Spanish text.