New Releases by Alma Flor Ada

Presents lullabies, finger plays, nursery rhymes, games, riddles, proverbs, and more in Spanish and English.

A collection of poetry by poets from Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, Argentina, México, Cuba, and Spain.

More than 130 healthy beef recipes from the top authority in nutrition Lean beef can be a key part of a healthy diet. Calorie for calorie, it''s one of nature''s most nutrient-rich foods. Now, the National Cattlemen''s Beef Association and the American Dietetic Association show today''s health-conscious cooks exciting new ways to use lean beef in everything from quick and easy mid-week suppers to special occasion meals. This full-color healthy cookbook features more than 130 delicious, nutritious recipes that call for one of the 22 cuts of beef that meet government guidelines for lean labeling. The National Cattlemen''s Beef Association is a trade association of America''s cattle farmers and ranchers, the largest segments of the nation''s food and fiber industry. The Association, on behalf of the Cattlemen''s Beef Board, educates consumers about the healthy characteristics of beef. The American Dietetic Association is the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the world, with nearly 70,000 members. Richard Chamberlain (Dallas, TX) is the owner and head chef of Chamberlain''s Steak and Chop House in Dallas. He currently sits on the board of directors for the Dallas chapter of the American Heart Association. Betsy Hornick, MS, RD (Poplar Grove, IL), is an experienced writer, editor, and educator specializing in food, nutrition, and health-related topics.

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Third grader María Isabel, born in Puerto Rico and now living in the U.S., wants badly to fit in at school; and the teacher''s writing assignment "My Greatest Wish" gives her that opportunity.

All the animals who benefited from Elena''s generosity bring food to help her fill an empty pinata.

Oh, I had ten little puppies, Ten little puppies had I . . . Count along in Spanish and English as each one of the ten adorable puppies disappears from the pages—it''s a bilingual bonanza! Colorful and playful illustrations by artist Ulises Wensell, a vibrant rendition of the classic Spanish nursery rhyme by Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy, and a delightful English adaptation by Rosalma Zubizarreta will make this edition an instant family favorite. And you can find more information at the back of the book about the puppy breeds featured. Puppies have never been so irresistible! Yo tenÍa diez perritos, diez perritos tenÍa yo . . . Ahora puedes contar, en inglÉs o en espaÑol, cada uno de los diez adorables perritos mientras van desapareciendo de las pÁginas. ¡Una verdadera joya bilingÜe! Las originales y divertidas ilustraciones del artista Ulises Wensell, la vibrante versiÓn de la rima clÁsica de Alma Flor Ada y F. Isabel Campoy, y una excelente adaptaciÓn en inglÉs de Rosalma Zubizarreta harÁn que este libro sea indispensable en todos los hogares. Puedes encontrar mÁs informaciÓn acerca de las razas de los cachorros en la parte posterior del libro. ¡Nunca has visto perritos mÁs irresistibles!

Debajo de un botÓn, ton ton, que encontrÓ MartÍn, tin, tin habÍa un ratÓn, ton, ton, ay, que chiquitÍn, tin, tin! Martin found a mouse, mouse, mouse, ''neath a button on the floor, floor, floor, in a tiny house, house, house, with a tiny door, door, door. This heartwarming bilingual collection of traditional animal nursery rhymes from Spain, Latin America, and the United States will delight readers young and old. From the call of the rooster to the chirp, chirp of the cricket, these seventeen poems in both English and Spanish have been handpicked by distinguished authors Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy, who have also included five of their own original poems in this anthology. English adaptations by Rosalma Zubizarreta adroitly capture the spirit of each cherished rhyme, and tender illustrations by award-winning artist VivÍ EscrivÁ will make the collection a family favorite for generations to come.

A pet parrot tries to help his human family prepare for the Cinco de Mayo festivities in San Antonio, Texas.

A third grader realizes the importance of her name in this classic story of heritage and self-identity. For María Isabel Salazar López, the hardest thing about being the new girl in school is that the teacher doesn''t call her by her real name. "We already have two Marías in this class," says her teacher. "Why don''t we call you Mary instead?" But María Isabel has been named for her Papá''s mother and for Chabela, her beloved Puerto Rican grandmother. Can she find a way to make her teacher see that if she loses her name, she''s lost the most important part of herself?

Follow this young unicorn on his magical journey to discover his purpose in this evocative tale of friendship and self-discovery by Alma Flor Ada. All of the young unicorn’s friends—the robin, the butterfly, and the squirrel—are certain who they are and know what they are meant to do in their lives. But the unicorn has never seen another like him… Determined to help the unusual-looking animal discover his identity, the robin, butterfly, and squirrel come together to help the lonely unicorn find his sense of belonging. Following a mysterious melody, the unicorn embarks on a journey through the mountains, leading him to Unicorns of the North, South, and East, helping him discover his identity as the Unicorn of the West. Alma Flor Ada pens a beautiful tale accompanied by delicate watercolor illustrations by Abigail Pizer in this inspiring story about the power of friendship and knowing one’s self that helps encourage discussion of solidarity, identity, and purpose.

Resuenen con alegría los cánticos de mi tierra que viva el Niño Jesús que ha nacido en Nochebuena. It''s time to sing out with joy the songs that are sung in my land in praise of the precious Child born this holy Christmas evening. Come share the joy of a Hispanic Christmas! In this warm and vibrant collection of traditional Spanish Christmas carols, or villancicos, noted authors Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy bring to life the holiday traditions of Latin America and Spain. The creative English adaptations by Rosalma Zubizarreta both capture the spirit of the originals and add a new dimension to the songs. And Spanish illustrator Viví Escrivá''s spirited illustrations are perfect backdrops for the lyrics, adding rich holiday flavor. Come sing along! ¡Feliz Navidad! and Merry Christmas!

Sandy Starbright''s family celebrates her birthday by giving her gifts and going to a powwow. Includes nonfiction information about powwows.

Three children tell each other a Hanukkah story while their grandmother prepares a special meal of latkes. Includes factual information about the holiday.

Samantha teaches Lola how to do Irish dancing by focusing on one step at a time. Includes information about St. Patrick''s Day.

PIO PEEP! BOOK AND CD Alma Flor Ada''s groundbreaking bilingual collection of rhymes from Spain and Latin America repackaged with a compact disc containing recordings of the included pieces.

Brothers Pablo and Carlitos write letters to the three kings, telling them the gifts they want to receive on Three Kings'' Day. Includes facts about Christmas and Three Kings'' Day.

Many interesting and colorful things happen each day in the neighborhood.

Saturdays and Sundays are very special days for the child in this story. On Saturdays, she visits Grandma and Grandpa, who come from a European-American background, and on Sundays -- los domingos -- she visits Abuelito y Abuelita, who are Mexican-American. While the two sets of grandparents are different in many ways, they also have a great deal in common -- in particular, their love for their granddaughter. While we follow our narrator to the circus and the pier, share stories from her grandparents'' pasts, and celebrate her birthday, the depth and joy of both cultures are conveyed in Spanish and English. This affirmation of both heritages will speak to all children who want to know more about their own families and ethnic backgrounds.

Take a journey into the remarkable history and culture of Spanish speaking lands. You will find that its people are tenacious, industrious, wise, and creative as you marvel at well-Known Hispanic artist''s extraordinary illustrations.

Explores the contradictions between what is expected of teachers and the education and support they have received, and provides teachers with advice on how to teach writing and generate their students'' interest in writing.

First reader. 5 yrs+

"When he finds an egg, Daniel and his friends try to guess what is inside."--Source inconnue.

El sol es de oro la luna es de plata y las estrellitas son de hoja de lata. The sun''s a gold medallion. The moon''s a silver ball. The little stars are only tin; I love them best of all. Here is a groundbreaking bilingual collection of traditional rhymes that celebrates childhood and Spanish and Latin American heritage. From playing dress up to making tortillas, and from rising at daybreak to falling asleep, these joyful rhymes are sure to delight young readers. Passed down from generation to generation, the twenty-nine rhymes included have been lovingly selected by distinguished authors Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy. English adaptations by Alice Schertle capture the spirit of each rhyme and have a charm all their own. Accompanied by enchanting illustrations by Spanish artist Viví Escrivá, this collection is destined to become a beloved classic for children already familiar with the rhymes as well as those encountering them for the first time.

A guide to Latino literature for young readers by literature professor Alma Flor Ada.

A picture book illustrating the geography of Latin America.