hispanic americans

A biography of Jennifer Lopez, whose talent and determination have led to her success as an actress, singer, and dancer.

Examines the history and common themes of Hispanic American literature and provides brief biographies of significant authors, such as Rudolfo Anaya, Oscar Hijuelos, and Cristina Garc?a, as well as analyses of their works.

Explores the history and culture of Hispanic Americans, people in the United States whose ancestors--or they themselves--came from Spain or the Spanish-speaking countries of South and Central America.

Discusses the early life, education, career, and various achievements of Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Explains what it is like for Spanish children and adults trying to learn two different languages and discusses how each language was introduced to their culture.

Describes the typical Latino family, and discusses the practices and values common to the many different members of the ethnic group.

Rudy and his mother spend the day cleaning the house.

Brothers Pablo and Carlitos write letters to the three kings, requesting gifts they want for Three Kings' Day. Includes facts about Christmas and Three Kings' Day.

A collection of poems, short stories, and essays address the theme of straddling two cultures as do the offspring of Hispanic parents living in the United States.

The death of her best friend Ana in a drive-by shooting causes fifteen-year-old Kata to question her position in the Los Angeles gang life.