el salvador

Introduces the land, history, economy, culture, and people of the Central American republic whose name means "The Savior.".

Examines the political and social situation in El Salvador, with an emphasis on the recent civil war and its impact on living conditions throughout the country.

When the magic dogs who live on the volcanoes of El Salvador and protect the villagers from harm are pursued by wicked lead soldiers, they are aided by two ancient volcanoes.

Photographs, illustrations, maps, and simple text provide an introduction to the history, culture, people, and geography of El Salvador.

A young girl in El Salvador goes to the market with her father and helps her family obtain necessities by trading a precious item of her own.

Describes the history, government, economy, environment, society, lifestyle, religion, languages, arts, leisure, festivals, and foods of El Salvador, and includes a color map, fact files, recipes, a time line, a glossary, and a list of further resources.

Alfredito cannot wait for his first plane ride, which will take him and his family home to El Salvador for Christmas, and his excitement and joy help him discover the true meaning of the holiday season.

Describes the land, people, history, legends and folk tales, festivals and holidays, and everyday life of El Salvador.

The author, who remembers the fragrant dishes prepared at his family's restaurant in El Salvador, recounts a mystery from his childhood involving tortillas.