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1) New Mexico
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Provides an introduction to the history, culture, geography, and government of New Mexico.
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Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
September - Celebrate National Hispanic-Heritage Month - YOUTH
Unidos: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage (kids)
September - Celebrate National Hispanic-Heritage Month - YOUTH
Unidos: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage (kids)
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Juan Garcia Esquivel was born in Mexico and grew up to the sounds of mariachi bands. He loved music and became a musical explorer. Defying convention, he created music that made people laugh and planted images in their minds. Juan's space-age lounge music popular in the fifties and sixties has found a new generation of listeners.
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2023 ALA Children's Award Winners and Nominees
Great Reads: 2nd thru 3rd grade
OBD Books for Second and Third Graders - YOUTH
Great Reads: 2nd thru 3rd grade
OBD Books for Second and Third Graders - YOUTH
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Illustrations and text describe how the Mixtecs create painted manuscripts, or codices, that reflect their way of life and document their history, science, land tenure, tribute, and sacred rituals.
4) Mexico
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"The culture of Mexico is colorful and complex, and readers are given a comprehensive look at its most unique elements in this guide to life in America's neighbor to the south. Chapters focused on geography, history, politics, and the economy supplement social studies curriculum topics, and others focused on leisure, arts, and food add plenty of fun along the way. Fact boxes and full-color photographs enhance this exciting reading experience, and...
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Kids love to be creative! Why not have them learn about Mexican culture at the same time? This book features fun and unique Mexican crafts that have been adapted in an easy, step-by-step activity format with pictures for a young crafter. There is an engaging project that everyone can enjoy creating, from an Aztec sun to a Cinco de Mayo poncho. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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Every year Don Pedro and his family make papier-mache skeletons, or calaveras, for Mexico's Day of the Dead fiesta. From Angel and Doctor to Mariachi and Unicornio each letter of the alphabet has its own special calavera. Come dance with them in this unusual alphabet book inspired by a real Mexican family of artists and the many colorful folk-art traditions surrounding the celebration of the Day of the Dead. Includes a glossary of Spanish words.
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With this informative series, kids will get the inside scoop on North America's most incredible waterways, including everything from what kinds of wildlife live there to how they have benefitted humans throughout history. Students will learn about conservation and local traditions with fun activities, and use maps and graphs to study the waterways' effect on the surrounding areas. Also available in paper and ebook formats.
14) Mexico
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"This book explores the exciting culture and many festivals that are celebrated in Mexico"--Provided by publisher.
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"How can modern forensic tools help solve the mystery of ancient Aztec skull masks? What can we learn about Aztec life from the forensic analysis of their art? Can chemical analysis teach us about how Aztecs treated disease--and why millions were killed in an epidemic? This exciting title offers answers to these questions and more as it examines how forensic science has allowed scientists, archaeologists, and historians to solve mysteries and answer...
16) Mexico
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"When people think of Mexico, they may immediately envision its pristine beaches, delicious food, and distinctive musical styles. However, tourists also visit Mexico every year to see its historical monuments, such as the largest pyramid in the world. Mexicans are proud of their country and its rich cultural heritage, which goes back to at least 1600 BCE. Through full-color photographs and intriguing fact boxes, which augment the engaging, age-appropriate...
17) México
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Cálido. Colorido. Animado. ¡Bienvenido a México! Mira dentro y aprende sobre la tierra, las ciudades, la comida, los festivales y la naturaleza de este increíble país.
18) Conoce México
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Mexico is the southern neighbor of the United States. It is a country with a rich history and culture, a warm climate, diverse landscapes, and a variety of wildlife. From Mayan pyramids to busy cities to happy fiestas, Spotlight on Mexico offers a joyful experience to young readers. The book also includes recipes of some favorite Mexican foods that children will love to make!
19) Palenque
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Mysterious ancient ruins, hidden deep in the jungle of southern Mexico… In May 1840, explorers John Stephens and Frederick Catherwood road their mules along a steep, muddy jungle path. They were hoping to find the ruins of an ancient, deserted site in Mexico they knew only from visitors' accounts. Through the trees, they spied the remains of a crumbling stone palace. Palenque! In the weeks they spent there, the men discovered intricately designed...
20) Mexico
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"Engaging images accompany information about Mexico. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
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