Hello,
Happy Cinco de Mayo, a day of celebration of the Mexican culture (and victory over French armies in the 19th century). How about a short round-up of books and other kid lit resources honoring the Mexican culture?
First I recommend checking out Apples 4 Teachers‘ website. They have a wonderful page with children’s and coloring books dedicated to Cinco de Mayo, and Mexico in general. The cherry on top? The bilingual titles included in the list! đ
In addition, this seems to be a good opportunity to highlight a few blogs devoted to Latino and Latina writers, illustrators, friends and readers.
I’ll start with Award winning author/illustrator Yuyi Morales and her blog Corazonadas. One of the latest books she illustrated, My Abuelita, written by Tony Jonhston, is a Pura BelprĂ© 2010 Honor Book!
Pura BelprĂ© was the first Latina Librarian at the New York Public Library, and the award, “established in 1996, is presented annually to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth.” A complete list of the Pura BelprĂ© winners is available on the ALA website.
I also recommend visiting Bronze Latino Authors, an interactive blog where Latino and Latina authors are celebrated and young readers encouraged to post their writing.
I can’t help but mention Reach for More, a bilingual blog maintained by Cassy, a teacher and writer. I always find her posts inspirational.
Last but not least, La Bloga is a must-know award-winning blog about Chicano, Chicana (and more) literature. you’ll find anything from news, review and essays.
That’s wrap for today; thank you for reading. đ
Cheers,
Nathalie
Thanks for this round up – it’s come at just the right time for me as I’ve been trying to find some great picture books from Mexico to read with my girls.
Hi, Zoe!
I’m glad the post was helpful. I love your website, and your post Exploring the World! đ