In My Family/En mi familia
by Carmen Lomas Garza
from Children's Book Press
Calavera Abecedario: A Day of the Dead Alphabet Book
by Jeanette Winter
from Voyager Books
Calling the Doves/El canto de las palomas
by Juan Felipe Herrera
from Children's Book Press
The Journey of Tunuri and the Blue Deer: A Huichol Indian Story
by James Endredy
from Bear Cub Books
A contemporary adaptation of an indigenous Huichol teaching tale, illustrated with traditional yarn drawings by Huichol artisans
• Shares the hidden treasures of a nature-based indigenous culture
• A teaching tool for multicultural studies for children ages 6 to 9
• Explains who the Huichol people are and the symbolism of the images used by the artists
The Huichol Indians live in the remote regions of the Sierra Madre Mountains of western Mexico, where geographic isolation has allowed them to retain their culture and spiritual traditions in the face of colonization. Their nature-based way of life makes no distinction between the sacred and the secular, and they express their reverence for the powers of the earth by regarding all elements in nature as family.
The Journey of Tunuri and the Blue Deer is a modern adaptation of a traditional Huichol story depicting a young child finding his (or her) personal task in life by connecting with the powers of nature. The story is told through the experiences of young Tunuri, who becomes lost in the woods. He meets the magical Blue Deer--a messenger between the worlds of mortals and deities--who introduces Tunuri to Father Sun, Mother Earth, and others in the natural world, while leading him back to his human family. Through this lovely tale and the vivid illustrations done in the medium of traditional Huichol yarn drawings, children can learn about their place in the sacred web of life.
North America (Rookie Read-About Geography)
by Allan Fowler
from Children's Press (CT)
The popular Rookie Books expand their horizons - to all corners of the globe! With this series all about geography, emergent readers will take off on adventures to cities, nations, waterways, and habitats around the worldÂ…and right in their own backyards.
Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera: Their Lives and Ideas, 24 Activities (For Kids series)
by Carol Sabbeth
from Chicago Review Press
The Pot That Juan Built (Pura Belpre Honor Book. Illustrator (Awards))
by Nancy Andrews-Goebel
from Lee & Low Books
Quezada creates stunning pots in the traditional style of the Casas Grandes people, including using human hair to make brushes and cow dung to feed the fire. This real-life story is written in the form of "The House That Jack Built," and relays how JuanÂ’s pioneering work has changed a poor village into a prosperous community of world-class artists. Illustrated by Caldecott Medal winner David Diaz.
Mexico ABCs: A Book About the People and Places of Mexico (Country Abcs)
by Heiman
from Picture Window Books
- Made with the Best Quality Material with your child in mind.
- Top Quality Children's Item.
Me ABCs Book
Colors of Mexico (Colors of the World)
by Lynn Ainsworth Olawsky
from First Avenue Editions
Explores the different colors found in Mexico's nature and history.
Off We Go to Mexico (Travel the World)
by Laurie Krebs
from Barefoot Books
In this latest addition to the series, readers explore the richness of Mexican culture, visiting el mercado, and dancing to la música of the mariachis. This book also teaches over 40 simple Spanish words and phrases.
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