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John Parra

Created by Author - Updated on March 12^th 2021

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¡Acompáñenos en una charla virtual con el galardonado ilustrador John Parra el martes 13 de abril de 2021! Para más información, visite el calendario de nuestra web.

Little libraries, big heroes

Paul, Miranda, author.

From the Publisher

"The inspiring story of how the Little Free Library organization brings communities together through books, from founder Todd Bol's first installation to the creation of more than 75,000 mini-libraries around the world"-- Provided by publisher.

One is a piñata : a book of numbers

Thong, Roseanne, author.

From the Publisher

In rhyming text, Hispanic children count the things, like pinatas and maracas, that can be seen in their neighborhood.

Frida Kahlo and her animalitos

Brown, Monica, 1969- author.

From the Publisher

"Chronicles Frida's life -- from her childhood to her rise as one of the world's most influential painters -- capturing the beauty and strength of Frida's creative spirit, which carried her through tragedy and triumph, and the animals that inspired her along the way." -- Book jacket.

Frida Kahlo y sus animalitos

Brown, Monica, 1969- author.

From the Publisher

The fascinating Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is remembered for her self-portraits, her dramatic works featuring bold and vibrant colors. Her work brought attention to Mexican and indigenous culture and she is also renowned for her works celebrating the female form. Brown's story recounts Frida's beloved pets--two monkeys, a parrot, three dogs, two turkeys, an eagle, a black cat, and a fawn--and playfully considers how Frida embodied many wonderful characteristics of each animal. -- Amazon.com

Marvelous Cornelius : Hurricane Katrina and the spirit of New Orleans

Bildner, Phil, author.

From the Publisher

A man sings and dances his way through the French Quarter in New Orleans, keeping his beloved city clean, until Hurricane Katrina's devastation nearly causes him to lose his spirit.

Hey, wall : a story of art and community

Verde, Susan, author.

From the Publisher

Armed with pencils, paints, dreams, and Grandma Addy's memories of how beautiful the neighborhood once was, Angel and others paint the big wall that had been cold, empty, and cheerless.

Oye, muro : un cuento de arte y comunidad

Verde, Susan, author.

From the Publisher

"Armed with pencils, paints, dreams, and Abuela Addy's memories of how beautiful the neighborhood once was, a boy and his neighbors paint the big wall that had been cold, empty, and cheerless."--Publisher's description.

Round is a tortilla : a book of shapes

Thong, Roseanne.

From the Publisher

A little girl discovers things that are round, square, and rectangular in her Hispanic American neighborhood.

Esperando el biblioburro = Waiting for the Biblioburro

Brown, Monica, 1969- author.

From the Publisher

When a man brings to a remote village two burros, Alfa and Beto, loaded with books the children can borrow, Ana's excitement leads her to write a book of her own as she waits for the Biblioburro to return. Includes glossary of Spanish terms and a note on the true story of Colombia's Biblioburro and mobile libraries in other countries.

Green is a chile pepper : a book of colors

Thong, Roseanne, author.

From the Publisher

A little girl discovers all the bright colors in her Hispanic American neighborhood.

Gracias = Thanks

Mora, Pat.

From the Publisher

A young multiracial boy celebrates family, friendship, and fun by telling about some of the everyday things for which he is thankful.

The power of her pen : the story of groundbreaking journalist Ethel L. Payne

Cline-Ransome, Lesa, author.

From the Publisher

"Ethel Payne always had an ear for stories. Seeking truth, justice, and equality, Ethel followed stories from her school newspaper in Chicago to Japan during World War II. It even led her to the White House briefing room, where she broke barriers as the only black female journalist. Ethel wasn't afraid to ask the tough questions of presidents, elected officials, or anyone else in charge, earning her the title, 'First Lady of the Black Press.' Fearless and determined, Ethel Payne shined a light...