hispanic americans

Biography of Hispanic actor and singer Jennifer Lopez, discussing her childhood in New York, break into show business, and her personal life.

A rhyming book that outlines the preparations for and celebration of the Christmas season, with Spanish words for each letter of the alphabet translated in a glossary.

A vignette from Sandra Cisneros's book "The House on Mango Street" in which a young girl reflects upon her family's different kinds of hair and the safety of her mother's arms; presented in English and Spanish with vivid illustrations.

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.

Text and photographs provide information about the experiences of Hispanics in the U. S. and Canada, discussing the reasons why people left Spain and Latin America, their journeys to North America, early settlements, neighborhoods, culture and traditions, fiestas, and other topics.

An Hispanic family enjoys the traditional celebration of El Di? de los Reyes, or Epiphany, by reenacting the long walk of the three wise men bringing gifts to baby Jesus.

Poems about Latino Americans such as Cesar Chavez, Linda Ronstadt, Henry Cisneros, and Roberto Clemente.

Profiles fourteen Latin American stars in baseball history, including Jos? M?ndez, Crist?bal Torriente, and Roberto Clemente.

When his eight-year-old brother is killed in a drive-by shooting, Hispanic teenager Martin Luna is torn between his thirst for revenge and the pleas of his mother, teacher, and girlfriend for him to resist becoming a gangbanger.

Shares the author's story of his brushes with the law and addictions to heroin and alcohol, tracing his complicated journey toward a recovery marked by a run for political office and his rise to an internationally respected gang interventionist.