Time for School, Nathan!
- 32bladzijden
- 2 uur lezen
Nathan the elephant triumphs on his first day of school when he learns how to divide his attention between school and his jealous best friend, Nicholas Alexander.
Lulu Delacre Boeken
Deze auteur creëert boeken uit liefde en de overtuiging dat ze dringend nodig zijn, en ze heeft hun succes gezien. Ze meet dit succes in de trotse glimlachen van kinderen die zich via zang en carnavalsfeesten verbinden met hun klasgenoten en met haarzelf. Met haar werk beoogt ze acceptatie te bevorderen bij Latino-kinderen door hun taal en erfgoed te delen, waardoor klasgenoten hun cultuur kunnen waarderen. Haar verhalen vieren rijke folklore en kleurrijke tradities, en streven ernaar bruggen te bouwen tussen kinderen en respect te bevorderen voor hun authentieke schoonheid.
Salsa Stories
- 105bladzijden
- 4 uur lezen
On New Year's Day, friends and family gather at Carmen Teresa's home to celebrate. A neighbor gifts her a blank notebook, sparking lively discussions on how to fill it. This leads to an outpouring of stories from her loved ones, capturing the essence of various Latin American holidays, including the procession for the Lord of Miracles, a special birthday, the Night of San Juan, and Palm Sunday. Each tale, rich with family tradition, is interwoven with a common theme: food. From scrumptious tortillas and coconut sherbet to chiles rellenos and codfish stew, the stories highlight the flavors that evoke cherished memories. Following these heartwarming narratives, author Lulu Delacre shares recipes for the delicious dishes mentioned. Initially aiming to compile family recipes for a traditional Latin American cookbook, Delacre discovered that the flavors of childhood often unlock deeper memories. Her beautifully stylized linocuts add a visual delight to the text. Young readers who enjoy Laura Esquivel's Like Water for Chocolate will appreciate this blend of culinary and emotional nourishment. (Ages 9 and older)