Our Little Cuban Cousin


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Internationalism in Children's Series


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Internationalism in Children's Series brings together international children's literature scholars who interpret 'internationalism' through various cultural, historical and theoretical lenses. From imperialism to transnationalism, from Tom Swift to Harry Potter, this book addresses the unique ability of series to introduce children to the world.




Our Little Mexican Cousin


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The Mexican Twins


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Arepas Y Piononos: the Twins


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Living in Puerto Rico as a single mom and schoolteacher, was not an easy feat. Struggling to make ends meet, the only way to break the cycle, was to move northbound to the United States, our mainland. Florida became our new home, and despite the change of scenery, language, and culture, I was determined to raise my daughter culturally aware of her origins. Promoting the preservation of our mother tongue, our music, literature, food, and everything else that entails being a Puerto Rican islander, became my number one priority. My daughter grew up to be fully bilingual and preserved her native culture, but also embraced a new one. Years later, my daughter welcomed the first generation in our family to be born in the mainland and made me a grandmother of twins! Now, as grandmother, together with my daughter and her Venezuelan husband, have the double task of teaching the twins their cultural heritage through awareness and ethnic identity. Our collective goal is for the twins to blend and not melt into the American melting pot, by preserving the rich Puerto Rican and Venezuelan cultural essence. Arepas y Piononos: The Twins, is here to inspire the preservation of culture for the new generation that is born and raised away from their parents and grandparents’ homeland. The book is written in dual language for beginner readers with beautiful illustrations to turn family story time into a journey back home. Irma Heidi Ortiz-Torres “Yaya”




Juanita


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Our Little Porto Rican Cousin


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"Our Little Porto Rican Cousin" by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade offers a charming glimpse into the life and culture of Puerto Rico through the eyes of a young child. Part of the "Our Little Cousin" series, this book aims to introduce young readers to different cultures and countries by presenting the everyday experiences of children around the world. Through the eyes of the young protagonist, readers learn about the local festivals, foods, and family life that characterize Puerto Rican society. The book emphasizes the warmth and hospitality of the island's people, as well as the beauty of its natural surroundings. Wade's writing is accessible and engaging, making it easy for young readers to connect with the characters and settings. The story is filled with interesting facts and anecdotes that bring Puerto Rican culture to life, offering a window into a world that may be unfamiliar to many. "Our Little Porto Rican Cousin" is not just an educational read but also a delightful story that celebrates diversity and cultural understanding. It encourages young readers to appreciate and respect different ways of life, fostering a sense of curiosity and empathy. Overall, "Our Little Porto Rican Cousin" is a wonderful addition to the "Our Little Cousin" series, providing a captivating and informative journey to Puerto Rico through the eyes of a child. It's a perfect read for young readers interested in learning about different cultures and countries.




The Mexican Twins


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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.




The Pilgrims and the Natives


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I decided to start with my first story about Halloween and especially with the children's view because I always remember how my parents loved to help me and my siblings celebrate all those holidays. They always allowed us to just be children and enjoy it. Some adults, and especially in the Hispanic community, have always viewed Halloween as something "bad" and that it was a way of worshiping the obscure, not really looking into the history and, sadly, not allowing their children to enjoy and not even participate in the trick or treating. Also, I love Halloween because it marks the beginning of all the following holidays: Thanksgiving and Christmas. As a Puerto Rican, all those holidays meant family gatherings and getting together with cousins and aunts and uncles and many friends—and that meant not just gathering as family and friends but the gathering of beautiful memories for years to come!