Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 - October 15, 2014
Book Feature: Abuela by Arthur Dorros
Abuela
About this book:
A young girl uses her vivid imagination to take us on a fantasy adventure with her grandmother (Abuela) through their community. Abuela and the young girl enjoy spending time together. Their adventure begins at the park while feeding the birds. All of a sudden, the two are flying through the sky soaring over their busy community. Abuela and the young girl have an amazing adventure while spending time together!
Book Recommendations:
Too Many Tamales by Gary Soto
The Quiet Place by David Small
In My Family/En mi familia by Carmen Lomas Garza
Off We Go to Mexico by Laurie Krebs
Mexico ABC's: A Book About the People and Places of Mexico by Sarah Heiman
Learn more about the Hispanic culture by visiting the following websites:
Hispanic Heritage History: http://www.timeforkids.com/news/celebrating-hispanic-heritage/13261
Hispanic Heritage Month Fun Facts: http://www.hispanicheritagemonth.org/Fun_Facts.html
Arts and Crafts: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/05/crafts-hispanic-heritage_n_3875830.html
Kid Friendly Recipes: http://www.fun-french-and-spanish.com/spanish-recipes.html
Paco's Passport Interactive Game: http://pbskids.org/mayaandmiguel/english/games/passport/index.html