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Scholastic Inc
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Español
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A Mexican "Grapes of Wrath," based on a family story, from the award-winning author Pam Munoz Ryan.
Esperanza pensaba que siempre viviria con su familia en su rancho en Mexico, y que siempre tendia hermosos vestidos y una linda casa llena de sirvientes. Pero una tragedia inesperada las obliga a ella y a su madre a escapar a California en la epoca de la Gran Depresion, y a asentarse en un campamento para trabajadores agricolas mexicanos. Esperanza
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Capstone
Pub. Date
2018
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Español
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It's time to go school shopping, and Sofia is extra excited about her new supplies. But that excitement turns to panic when her cousin Manuel goes missing. With Sofia's entire family on the case, Manuel won't be missing for long. This early chapter book includes writing prompts, discussion questions, an English/Spanish glossary, and a table of contents.
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Zapato Power volume 1
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English
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Freddie finds a mysterious package outside his apartment containing sneakers that allow him to run faster than a train, and inspire him to perform heroic deeds.
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Publisher Annotation: Ever since she got pregnant freshman year, Emoni Santiago?s life has been about making the tough decisions?doing what has to be done for her daughter and her abuela. The one place she can let all that go is in the kitchen, where she adds a little something magical to everything she cooks, turning her food into straight-up goodness. Even though she dreams of working as a chef after she graduates, Emoni knows that it?s not worth...
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Juan's family is forced to flee their home when a giant volcano erupts in their town! As the family heads for a nearby shelter, they are worried about Juan's father who works at the bottom of the mountain. Featuring colorful, full-page illustrations and large font, this book will have young readers captivated by this engaging, heart-warming story of a family who manages to stay together despite an unfortunate natural disaster.
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Gina has the opportunity to show off her dancing skills at a wedding. But will she be able to dance the night away? Early readers will be captivated by the pages of this beautifully illustrated children's picture book. Kindergartners will increase early reading skills and reading comprehension through sight words, a simple rhyming story, and repetitive words and phrases. This 12-page guided reading book is ideal for kids ages 3-5.
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Arte Público Press
Pub. Date
2018
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English
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Sixteen-year-old Martha and her mother move constantly, never staying anywhere for long. So she knows better than to ask if they've been evicted again when her mom says they're going on a "vacation" to meet the grandmother Martha didn't know existed.
Laredo, Texas, is like no other city she has seen. Driving past businesses with Spanish names and colorfully painted houses with burnt lawns, Martha can't imagine her mother living somewhere so … Mexican....
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Capstone
Pub. Date
2017
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English
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Sofia Martinez loves her familia! Her cousins, aunts, uncles, and abuela are a huge part of her life. Whether they are at a sunny beach or stuck in a dark house without electricity, the Martinez family knows how to make the best of every situation. Join Sofia and her fantástica familia on three fun adventures in this early chapter book, which includes a Spanish glossary.
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Capstone
Pub. Date
2018
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English
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When Sofia is around, every moment of every day is exciting. This spunky 7-year-old can even make having the hiccups fun! Can you imagine what kind of fun Sofia will have at her first quinceañera or when the lights go out? No matter what happens, it will be memorable if Sofia is involved! This early chapter book from the Sofia Martinez series includes Spanish words in the text and a Spanish glossary.
11) My Vida Loca
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Capstone
Pub. Date
2016
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English
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Even the most basic chores can be fun when Sofia is involved! From washing a car to cooking with grandma, this smart and funny 7-year-old knows how to make every moment count. Follow Sofia through three every day adventures in this early chapter book and find out why Sofia has such a crazy life!
12) Latin Dance
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Explore the rhythms of Latin dance in this title from the Let's Dance! series. Readers will explore the history and cultural relevance of this fascinating artform, and meet some of the dancers who have made a name for themselves on screen and stage.
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Christmas is a major holiday celebrated in many different ways from culture to culture, and even from family to family. This book takes readers on a colorful adventure through the way different countries in Latin America celebrate this holiday. The text especially highlights the unique tradition that honors the Three Wise Men and the nine-day celebration that honors Mary and Joseph's search for a place for Jesus to be born. Beautiful, vivid photographs...
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Supplemented with quotes and engaging articles from USA TODAY, the Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, The Hispanic American Experience shines a spotlight on Hispanic Americans and their many exciting contributions to American society. From musicians and artists to actors and athletes, Hispanic Americans enrich American life. Writers such as novelist Sandra Cisneros and playwright Luis Valdez offer insights into social issues and the diverse cultural lives...
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In Dos Rios, Texas, life is all about borders - and what happens when you cross the line.
Nothing is simple in a border town like Dos Rios, in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. Even for high school students Fabiola Garza and her younger sister Alexis, whose parents run a local Tex-Mex restaurant, Dos Rios is full of borders - where you should go, who your friends should be, which boy you should date.
Dos Rios is also full of opportunities, but it's...
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This is a heartwarming story about a young boys courage, commitment and loyalty for an elderly neighbor. James has developed a caring relationship with an elderly neighbor Ms. Davis. He looks out for her every day on his way to school. When James did not find her sitting at her usual spot in her rocking chair, he became very concerned. Follow James on his mission to rescue Ms. Davis.
17) Quince Clash
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In Dos Rios, Texas, life is all about borders -- and what happens when you cross the line. A fresh new series in the tradition of Bluford High explores what it's like to grow up on the edge.A quinceanera for the record books?If Fabiola Garza had her way, her quinceanera would be as simple and as non-traditional as possible-just two airline tickets to New York City and her best friend in tow. Sadly, things hardly ever go Fabi's way. After mean girl...
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Marco, the new boy in school, is small and "mean as a skunk." He has no fear. Mickey knows, because he saw the incident with Simón Ortega, a football player who's a head and a half taller than Marco. The short boy is sly too-even though he started the fight, it's Simón who ends up in the principal's office, in trouble for beating up a smaller kid!
Mickey plans to do the right thing and tell the principal what he saw, but the next day Marco threatens...
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One of America's most influential Hispanics -- 'Maria' on Sesame Street -- presents a powerful novel set in New York's El Barrio in 1969There are two secrets Evelyn Serrano is keeping from her Mami and Papo? her true feelings about growing up in her Spanish Harlem neighborhood, and her attitude about Abuela, her sassy grandmother who's come from Puerto Rico to live with them. Then, like an urgent ticking clock, events erupt that change everything....
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