Bøger af Alma Flor Ada

Once, a long, long time ago, the sun disappeared from the sky. Everything was dark for many days. All the animals went to search for the sun in the rivers and lakes, through the fields and forests, but the sun was nowhere to be found. Little by little all the animals gave up, except for the faithful lizard. Finally one day she found a strange glowing rock and discovered the sun fast asleep. But no one could persuade the sun to wake up. Then the emperor organized a great feast, with the finest dancers and musicians, so the sun would wake up and never fall asleep again. Since that day, all lizards love to lie in the sun, to remember the day when one of their own brought light and warmth back to the world.

Third grader Maria 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.

Cartas de Rudy Veronese Cammarata a Alma Flor Ada Lafuente. Desde Napoli, Italia a Camagüey, Cuba. Reflejo íntimo de la vida de un hombre sensible y los sueñps de una chiquilla que quería ser mujer en la década de los años cincuenta. Este epistolario recoge las cartas de un joven ingeniero naval italiano, pero a través de sus palabras puede entreverse algo de las cartas que recibía. Correspondencia entre dos personas separadas mucho más que por océano por la diferencia generacional y las circunstancias. Un hombre joven que sufrió el conflicto de la Segunda Guerra y los dolores de la postguerra en una Europa que luchaba por recuperarse y una chiquilla amparada por la vida familiar en una isla del Caribe

"A taste of culinary history that celebrates the delicious melting pot of American cooking while leaving the guilt behind."-Jill Cordeshost of The Best Of on the Food Network"This book shows how easy it is to prepare and enjoy the wonderful variety of ingredients and recipes that make American cuisine unique, flavorful, and healthful."-Roberta L. Duyff, MS, RD, FADA, CFCSauthor of American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide"A wonderful edible survey of American regional classics that blends authenticity with good nutrition. This is an important book."-Graham Kerrauthor of Charting a Course to Wellness and My Personal Path to WellnessSet the table for good nutrition-and savor the regional flavors of delicious American foodAmerican Dietetic Association Cooking Healthy across America presents over 300 healthful, mouthwatering recipes that draw on the flavors and traditions of various cuisines around the country. You'll find stories from the kitchens of ADA's culinary professionals-their special family recipes, cooking secrets, and innovative food prep tips and insights-showing you just how easy it is to prepare healthy versions of these American favorites:Philly Cheesesteak * Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce *Maryland Crab Cakes * Tropical Breeze Smoothie * Gazpacho * West Texas Chipotle Chicken Salad * Smoky Holler Fried Chicken *Southwest Black Bean Dip * Baked Halibut Bristol Bay * Lemon Ice Box Pie * Cajun Jambalaya * Stovetop Glazed Ham * Vineyard Stuffed Quahogs * Mom's Baked Beans * Triple Chocolate Cake * And much more

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

In a distant kingdom, squares, rectangles, diamonds, and triangles lived in harmony ... Until a new king, Square IV, decided that only the perfect shapes would have the right to move freely around the kingdom. The relegated figures find a creative solution to escape from their confinement and regain freedom.

Un triple asesinato en la Cuba de los años 50 cambia para siempre la vida de seis jóvenes que nunca volverán a ser las mismas. Separadas, dispersas por el mundo, se asirán a lo único que las une: un secreto compartido que prometieron no revelar jamás. Alma Flor Ada nos lleva de la mano por los caminos de la historia, donde los personajes reviven el pasado, para encontrar en el presente la verdad intensa y profunda de sus orígenes y su identidad, y sembrar finalmente la semilla de un futuro mejor. Con su estilo evocador la autora describe el acontecer histórico y político en torno al cual gravitan los cubanos de la isla y del exilio. las situaciones, los protagonistas, los escenarios en los que transcurre la trama, la poesía implícita y explícita de la obra, otorgan al drama nacional un aliento indiscutible de universalidad. Una novela de rupturas, de transformaciones, que llama a la reflexión acerca de nuestro papel en el mundo contemporáneo.

Samantha loves Irish dancing and has learned to dance it very well. Her friend Lola also likes this dance and she especially loves the fancy dress that Samantha wears during her presentations. Little by little, Lola learns the basic steps from her friend, until she is also ready to appear on stage. She makes her first appearance in the show that her school prepares to celebrate St. Patricks Day. Contains an informative section on St. Patricks Day.

Samantha loves Irish dancing and has learned to dance it very well. Her friend Lola also likes this dance and she especially loves the fancy dress that Samantha wears during her presentations. Little by little, Lola learns the basic steps from her friend, until she is also ready to appear on stage. She makes her first appearance in the show that her school prepares to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Contains an informative section on St. Patrick's Day. *Award-winning Author

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.

This delightful book gathers a selection of poems written by Alma Flor AdaLatina writer, teacher, and passionate advocate for bilingual and bicultural education in the U.S. Organized by curriculum themes, this anthology is a fundamental tool for teachers who rely on imagination, play, and creativity to expand concepts and to enrich students' vocabulary. Some of the themes included are the parts of the body, numbers, vowels, food, nature, etc.

"Guia de grupo lecturo al dentro"--Cover.

Perico learns this phrase from little Martita, who's been saying it a lot lately. When the whole family scrambles to prepare for Cinco de Mayo, Perico knows there must be some way he can help even if he is just a parrot. Perico tries to help abuela make delicious tamales. He tries to help craft beautiful paper flowers for the barge his family will take down the San Antonio River. He tries to help the boys practice their mariachi number on the porch. But at every turn Perico is shooed away, until he finally figures out how he can add something special to the Cinco de Mayo fun. Acclaimed author Alma Flor Ada's tale is the story of every young reader who has been told he or she is too little or too young to help. Angela Dominguez's vibrantly hued paintings glow with the rich colors of the southwest. Let Me Help! is a joyful read-aloud even the littlest helpers can celebrate year-round.

When Margie's cousin Lupe comes from Mexico to live in California with Margie's family, Lupe must adapt to America, while Margie, who thought it would be fun to have her cousin there, finds that she is embarrassed by her in school and jealous of her at home.

The author offers young readers an inspiring collection of stories and memoirs drawn from her childhood in Cuba. Heartwarming, poignant, and often humorous, these memories encourage children to discover the stories in their own lives.

As students prepare to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, they practice a Mexican dance and try their best not to step on the hat. Includes an informative section about Cinco de Mayo.

A boy dreads the first day of class at his new school because he feels he has nothing special to share about himself. Then his grandmother whispers a secret in his ear--when it's his turn to talk, all he needs to do is open his backpack. What has Abuelita hidden away for him?

From the Amazon rain forest to the Atacama desert, Latin America is without rival in its natural beauty, geographical jewels, and incredible variety of flora and fauna. The poetic flow of the text and the color illustrations take readers on a voyage into the wonders found south of the border.

"En doce distintivos poemas narrativos, las reconocidas autoras Alma Flor Ada y F. Isabel Campoy presentan una craonica de la rica diversidad de los latinos en Estados Unidos. Cada capaitulo se complementa con un texto informativo sobre la historia, la cultura, los triunfos yo los retos de los latinos y pone de manifiesto las muchas formas en que celebran su identidad"--Page [4] of cover.

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!

This groundbreaking bilingual collection of traditional rhymes celebrates childhood and Latin American heritage?a perfect book for those learning Spanish and fluent speakers alike. Now in paperback! 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 are accompanied by beautiful illustrations by Spanish artist Viví EscriváFrom playing dress up to making tortillas, and from rising at daybreak to falling asleep, these joyful rhymes are sure to delight readers already familiar with the rhymes, as well as those encountering them for the first time.

Presents the authors' retellings of traditional tales.