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Gloria is a little girl with a great talent, she can speak both Spanish and English! Every summer she visits Mexico and stays with her grandma. Her grandma teaches her all about Mexican cultures, traditions and gives her new foods to try. She has many friends in Mexico and is invited to a party. So what could go wrong? When her friends tease her for not knowing how to hit a piñata, Gloria must face her fears and find a way to overcome the challenge.
Will she overcome the hurdle and learn how to hit a piñata?
Come and join Gloria as she overcomes some difficulties and becomes proud of her dual heritage.
With Gloria’s story, readers will:
• Develop an appreciation and respect for cultural differences and discover the strength of embracing dual-heritage
• Feel empowered to stand up for themselves and have the courage to accept their cultural identity
• Transform their life by learning to appreciate two cultures and celebrating diversity
This bilingual book is written in both English and Spanish for ages 4 – 10. With vibrant illustrations and a charming story, readers will be taken on an adventure to Mexico. The story is perfect for bilingual children who identify with dual heritage, or to help monolingual children to better understand different cultures and the importance of kindness.
From the Publisher
Come on a journey to Mexico with Anna as she learns all about Mexican cultures and becomes proud of her dual heritage.
Strong bond with abuelita
Her grandma makes her realize how lucky she is to speak two languages
Day of the Dead
Gloria’s grandma teaches her all about Mexican cultures and traditions, Day of the Dead being one of them.
Piñata Party
Will she overcome the hurdle and learn how to hit a piñata?
Enjoys spending time with family
Gloria’s very close with her family in Mexico as she only visits them once a year. She gets to try different Mexican foods but at first finds it rather spicy.
Publisher : Bilingo Books
Publication date : August 3, 2021
Language : English
Print length : 48 pages
ISBN-10 : 1739937708
ISBN-13 : 978-1739937706
Item Weight : 4.8 ounces
Reading age : 3 – 11 years
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.12 x 8.5 inches
Part of series : Proud to be bilingual
Customers say
Customers appreciate this bilingual book for teaching about mixed cultures and positive cultural acceptance. The book is beautifully illustrated and colorful, with a good storyline. They like its relatability, with one customer noting how it represents children from diverse backgrounds.
