Papertigers.org | Sep/Oct 2007

Writer and poet Gary Soto speaks of the "Chicano from Fresno, California" perspective in his YA and children's books, poetry and novels; his working habits, sources of inspiration, and more...


	Mexican-American children's book author and educator, Amada Irma Perez talks about her her award-winning books, the role her heritage plays in her writing and life, and her commitment to advocating programs that encourage multicultural understanding...

Yuyi Morales's artworks are treats of pure joy! Come on in and see for yourself...


	Robert Casilla has illustrated more than 25 children's books, and his mastery of portraying the humanity of his subjects always shines through his work. Take a look!

I Am Latino: The Beauty in Me
Sandra Pinkney, illustrated by Myles Pinkney (Little, Brown & Co., 2007)

I Am Latino: The Beauty in Me opens with: “Use your senses and you will see, there is beauty in everything” – an invitation for very young children to explore some aspects of Latino culture through sparse text and captivating images.

The positive lines “I am Latino. Can you sense the beauty?” are repeated throughout the book and add a perfect dash of heritage pride to this thoughtful glimpse of such a rich and varied culture.

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			Sep/Oct 2007 PaperTigers celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (Sep 15 - Oct 15, in the U.S.) with interviews, articles, books and artwork that capture the Hispanic temper of our times. Through the powerful voices and images of these writers and illustrators, we understand the range, texture and resonance of their influence... Personal Views~ Two new pieces show what we get when amazing people talk about heritage and literacy: We, Latinos, by author F. Isabel Campoy Literacy: A Path to Peace, by illustrator Susan Guevara, including an image of her mural with an original poem by Pat Mora. ... plus this article – from 2003, but still relevant and worth revisiting: The ABC's of Kids'Books: Spanish Regionalisms and the Bilingual Debate, by Ed Morales ... and this most treasured link to Benjamin Alire Sáenz's essay, Notes From Another Country – Tell me where your country ends and mine begins. Book reviews~ from PaperTigers, Books for Keeps, CCBC and other trusted sources: In Gary Soto's Help Wanted, Juan Felipe Herrera's Cinnamon Girl: Letters Found Inside a Cereal Box, Elisa Amado's Tricycle and many other real and imagined stories featured here, you will find interesting people, young and old; sun stones and ancient poets; quinceañera parties and magical pastries – all framed through windows of history, heritage, tradition... and fun! Lists & Links~ Many Hispanic Heritage-related links and reading lists to explore in the classroom and at home, including the Smithsonian Latino Culture website and the National Education Association (NEA)'s Bilingual Booklist... Have you noticed yet? There's no lack of inspiration to celebrate and take pride!


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