Author: Pat Mora
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781620142868
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An inspiring collection of Pat Mora's own glorious poems celebrating a love of words and all the ways we use and interact with them: reading, speaking, writing, and singing.
Bookjoy, Wordjoy
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781620142868
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An inspiring collection of Pat Mora's own glorious poems celebrating a love of words and all the ways we use and interact with them: reading, speaking, writing, and singing.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781620142868
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An inspiring collection of Pat Mora's own glorious poems celebrating a love of words and all the ways we use and interact with them: reading, speaking, writing, and singing.
My Singing Nana
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: American Psychological Association
ISBN: 1433835282
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
My Singing Nana is a compassionate tribute to families dealing with Alzheimer's Disease. This story celebrates the ideals of family, heritage, and happy memories, showing kids that no matter how their loved one might change they always have ways to maintain their special connection. “In a context perfect for the understanding of elementary-aged children, award-winning author and acclaimed literary critic Pat Mora sheds light on the everyday experiences of a family member living with dementia. In My Singing Nana Mora eloquently demonstrates that, despite the hefty toll this devastating disease can take, grandchildren and children alike can still enjoy meaningful and heartfelt relationships with those affected.” —San Francisco Book Review
Publisher: American Psychological Association
ISBN: 1433835282
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
My Singing Nana is a compassionate tribute to families dealing with Alzheimer's Disease. This story celebrates the ideals of family, heritage, and happy memories, showing kids that no matter how their loved one might change they always have ways to maintain their special connection. “In a context perfect for the understanding of elementary-aged children, award-winning author and acclaimed literary critic Pat Mora sheds light on the everyday experiences of a family member living with dementia. In My Singing Nana Mora eloquently demonstrates that, despite the hefty toll this devastating disease can take, grandchildren and children alike can still enjoy meaningful and heartfelt relationships with those affected.” —San Francisco Book Review
House of Houses
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 0816549028
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Combining poetic language and the traditions of magic realism to paint a vivid portrait of her family, Pat Mora’s House of Houses is an unconventional memoir that reads as if every member, death notwithstanding, is in one room talking, laughing, and crying. In a salute to the Day of the Dead, the story begins with a visit to the cemetery in which all of her deceased relatives come alive to share stories of the family, literally bringing the food to their own funerals. From there the book covers a year in the life of her clan, revealing the personalities and events that Mora herself so desperately yearns to know and understand.
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 0816549028
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Combining poetic language and the traditions of magic realism to paint a vivid portrait of her family, Pat Mora’s House of Houses is an unconventional memoir that reads as if every member, death notwithstanding, is in one room talking, laughing, and crying. In a salute to the Day of the Dead, the story begins with a visit to the cemetery in which all of her deceased relatives come alive to share stories of the family, literally bringing the food to their own funerals. From there the book covers a year in the life of her clan, revealing the personalities and events that Mora herself so desperately yearns to know and understand.
Confetti
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780613193467
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
For use in schools and libraries only. Poems celebrating the beauty of the Southwest as experienced by a Mexican-American girl who lives there.
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780613193467
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
For use in schools and libraries only. Poems celebrating the beauty of the Southwest as experienced by a Mexican-American girl who lives there.
I Pledge Allegiance
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: Dragonfly Books
ISBN: 039955341X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
Libby's great aunt, Lobo, is from Mexico, but the United States has been her home for many years, and she wants to become a U.S. citizen. At the end of the week, Lobo will say the Pledge of Allegiance at a special ceremony. Libby is also learning the Pledge this week, at school—at the end of the week, she will stand up in front of everyone and lead the class in the Pledge. Libby and Lobo practice together—asking questions and sharing stories and memories—until they both stand tall and proud, with their hands over their hearts.
Publisher: Dragonfly Books
ISBN: 039955341X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
Libby's great aunt, Lobo, is from Mexico, but the United States has been her home for many years, and she wants to become a U.S. citizen. At the end of the week, Lobo will say the Pledge of Allegiance at a special ceremony. Libby is also learning the Pledge this week, at school—at the end of the week, she will stand up in front of everyone and lead the class in the Pledge. Libby and Lobo practice together—asking questions and sharing stories and memories—until they both stand tall and proud, with their hands over their hearts.
The Beautiful Lady
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0375868380
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
Grandma Lupita tells her granddaughter Rose and Rose's friend, Terry, the story about Our Lady of Guadalupe and the miracle that occurred near Mexico City in 1531. Includes facts about the event and its influence.
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0375868380
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
Book Description
Grandma Lupita tells her granddaughter Rose and Rose's friend, Terry, the story about Our Lady of Guadalupe and the miracle that occurred near Mexico City in 1531. Includes facts about the event and its influence.
Borders
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: Arte Publico Press
ISBN: 9781611920758
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
"In Borders, Mora explores the political, cultural, social, and emotional borders that divide people, forming their individual identities."--Publisher.
Publisher: Arte Publico Press
ISBN: 9781611920758
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 92
Book Description
"In Borders, Mora explores the political, cultural, social, and emotional borders that divide people, forming their individual identities."--Publisher.
This Big Sky
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
ISBN: 1630832456
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
This evocative collection of poems combines Pat Mora¹s simple, yet shining words with Steve Jenkin¹s bright collage images. The landscapes, animals, and people come into sharp focus and the beauty and mystery of the American Southwest are captured.
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
ISBN: 1630832456
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
This evocative collection of poems combines Pat Mora¹s simple, yet shining words with Steve Jenkin¹s bright collage images. The landscapes, animals, and people come into sharp focus and the beauty and mystery of the American Southwest are captured.
Yum! MmMm! Que Rico!
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
ISBN: 1430130725
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Chocolate, papaya, corn, and potatoes - these are only a taste of the many delicious foods native to the Americas and celebrated in this delightful collection. Imaginative, evocative poems and exuberant illustrations introduce 14 different indigenous foods, along with a descriptive paragraph of information for each.
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
ISBN: 1430130725
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Chocolate, papaya, corn, and potatoes - these are only a taste of the many delicious foods native to the Americas and celebrated in this delightful collection. Imaginative, evocative poems and exuberant illustrations introduce 14 different indigenous foods, along with a descriptive paragraph of information for each.
Adobe Odes
Author: Pat Mora
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 9780816526109
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Forty-nine poetic works provide glimpses into the wonders of everyday life.
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 9780816526109
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Forty-nine poetic works provide glimpses into the wonders of everyday life.