Description
Book SynopsisDesigned as an aid for librarians and teachers who are interested in exposing students to the cultures of Latino people, this reference provides grades K-12 with an understanding of the people, history, and art, as well as the political and social problems of Latin America and Spain.
Trade ReviewAn excellent tool for collection development in areas such as diversity, Latino studies, and contemporary literature. * Booklist, 9/1/2003 *
A straightforward guide to good reading, Schon's book is a boon to librarians, parents, and teachers who want to increase cultural awareness for readers. The insightful text is beautifully organized...Book buyers can share her confidence in choosing the best in Latino literature. * American Reference Books Annual *
A valuable addition because of the scarcity of guides to Latino literature. * School Library Connection *
An absolute must for librarians who want to help patrons locate quality books about people from a variety of locales including Argentina, El Salvador, Cuba, Panama, Mexico, and Chile as well as the United States and thirteen other countries. * VOYA *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Argentina Chapter 3 Central America Chapter 4 Chile Chapter 5 Columbia Chapter 6 Costa Rica Chapter 7 Cuba Chapter 8 The Dominican Republic Chapter 9 Ecuador Chapter 10 El Salvador Chapter 11 Guatemala Chapter 12 Latin America Chapter 13 Mexico Chapter 14 Panama Chapter 15 Peru Chapter 16 Puerto Rico Chapter 17 South America Chapter 18 Spain Chapter 19 United States Chapter 20 Uruguay Chapter 21 Venezuela Chapter 22 Series Roundup Chapter 23 Author Index Chapter 24 Title Index Chapter 25 Subject Index Chapter 26 Suggested Grade Level Index Chapter 27 About the Author
