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Mr. Lincoln's Way

by Polacco, Patricia

Story of a young bully who learns lessons of tolerance.  

  • Topics African American History,
    Native American History,
    Latino History,
    Asian Pacific American History,
    20th-Century History
  • Age Group Late Elementary: 4-6
  • Book Type Fiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Philomel, 2001, New York, NY

My Name is Maria Isabel

by Ada, Alma Flor

A young girl teaches readers a lesson on having pride in one's heritage.  

  • Topics Latino History,
    20th-Century History
  • Age Groups Late Elementary: 4-6, Middle School
  • Book Type Fiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Aladdin Paperbacks, 1993, New York, NY

Paco and the Witch

by Felix Pitre

  • Topic Latino History
  • Age Groups Preschool, Early Elementary: K-3
  • Book Type Fiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Lodestar, 1995, New York, NY

PiƱatas and Smiling Skeletons: Celebrating Mexican Festivals

by Harris, Zoe and Suzanne Williams

Examines the historical background, legends, recipes, crafts, and celebrations of a year of special Mexican festivals.  

  • Topic Latino History
  • Age Group Adult
  • Book Type Nonfiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Pacific View Press, 1998, Berkeley, CA

Puerto Rico.

by Schwebacher, Martin

A description of Puerto Rico including wildlife, government and culture.  

  • Topic Latino History
  • Age Groups Late Elementary: 4-6, Middle School
  • Book Type Nonfiction
  • Award
  • Publisher Benchmark Books, 2001, New York, NY
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Award Key

Caldecott Medal
Most distinguished American picture book for children (annually).
Newberry Medal
Most distinguished contribution to American literature for children (annually).
Coretta Scott King Award
Distinguished books by authors and illustrators of African descent which promote an understanding and appreciation of the American dream (annually).
Golden Kite Award
Outstanding examples of text, illustration, fiction and nonfiction (four awards annually).
Scott O'Dell Historical Fiction Award
Outstanding work of historical fiction published by a U.S. publisher set in the New World.

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