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Award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh confronts the controversial subject of unauthorized immigrants in America

"This pre-Columbian creation myth tells the story of Quetzalcoatl, one of the most important deities in ancient Mesoamerica, and his quest to create humankind. The gods tried to make humans during each sun, or age, but each time failed. So when they grew tired, only one did not give up: Quetzalcoatl, also called the Feathered Serpent. Determined, the Feathered Serpent embarks on a dangerous journey full of fearsome foes and harsh elements, facing each trial with wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness before confronting his final challenge at Mictlan, the underworld. With his instantly recognizable, acclaimed art style and grand storytelling, Tonatiuh recounts a dazzling creation tale of epic proportions"--

From award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh comes the inspirational story of dancer Amalia Hernandez, founder of Mexico's Folkloric Ballet

Award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh brings to life the story of a Mexican-American war hero Jos de la Luz S enz (1888-1953)--or Luz--believed in fighting for what was right. Although he was born in the United States, he and his family experienced prejudice because of their Mexican heritage. When World War I broke out, Luz volunteered to join the fight. Because of his ability to quickly learn languages, he became part of the Intelligence Office in Europe. However, despite his hard work and intellect, Luz often didn't receive credit for his contributions. Upon his return to the US, he joined other Mexican-Americans whom he had met in the army to fight for equality. His contribution, along with others, ultimately led to the creation of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), which is the oldest Latino civil rights organization. Soldier for Equality is based in part on Luz's diary during the war. It includes a biography of Luz's later years, an author's note, a timeline, a bibliography, and an index.

A young rabbit named Pancho embarks on a perilous journey to find his missing father, who has not returned from the fields of El Norte. Accompanied by a coyote, Pancho's adventure explores themes of family, bravery, and the challenges of searching for loved ones. The story is complemented by vibrant full-color illustrations and includes an insightful Author's Note, enriching the narrative with additional context.

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Brazil, the narrative explores the history of capoeira, an art form blending martial arts, dance, and music, primarily practiced by those of African descent. Following its prohibition in 1890, Bimba emerges as a key figure advocating for the recognition and respect of capoeira. Through lyrical prose and vibrant illustrations, the book highlights the journey of capoeira from a marginalized activity to a globally celebrated art form, eventually recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.

"A meia lua whooshed in the air. The strike was evaded and followed with an aú. Two young men were playing capoeira in the middle of the roda. Bimba wanted to play, too. Although it is debated when and where capoeira-an art form that blends martial arts, dance, acrobatics, music, and spirituality-originated exactly, one thing is certain: in the early 20th century, Brazil was the only country in the world where capoeira was played, and it was mainly practiced by people of African descent. In 1890, two years after Brazil officially abolished slavery, the game was outlawed. Wealthy, lighter-skinned society feared and looked down on capoeira, seeing it as a game for "malandros"-what people in power called the poor Black communities who they disdained. But in the early 1920's in the city of Salvador, a man called Bimba would advocate for capoeira, and those who practiced it, to be treated with dignity and the respect it deserved. Duncan Tonatiuh's lyrical prose and beloved illustration style, inspired by pre-Columbian codices, tell the story of arguably the greatest capoeirista of all time, who fought to turn a misunderstood, persecuted Afro-Brazilian activity into a celebrated art practiced by millions around the world. In 2014, the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) named capoeira an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, a distinction awarded because of the game's promotion of social integration and memory it holds of the struggle against historical oppression. From an award-winning author-illustrator, Game of Freedom is a stirring celebration of solidarity and resistance through art"-- Provided by publisher

Explore a world of colors in this vibrant, bilingual picture book from award- winning author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh