Hernandez, Jaime
Summary: "A collection of three Latin American folktales retold in graphic novel form"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: TOON Books 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 HERLiniers
Summary: Three Latin American folktales include the story of the Iara, a mermaid who lures men to her underwater domain, the tale of La Lechuza, an enormous owl with the face of a woman, and two gauchos' encounter with La Luz Mala, a spooky light that terrorizes travelers.
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Publisher / Publication Date: TOON Books 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 LINSpiegelman, Nadja
Summary: "In this updated adaptation of a classic Latin American folktale, Blancaflor, a young ogre with magical powers, decides to secretly help a charming prince who has made a foolish bet with her father. Through saving the prince and the kingdom, she learns to be honest with herself and others about the things that make her special"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: TOON Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 SPICopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 SPILoya, Olga.
Summary: A bilingual collection in English and Spanish of fairy tales from Latin America. The 15 entries include Mayan and Aztec versions of the creation of the world. Fifteen stories, full of momentos magicos and presented in equally vibrant English and Spanish, include tales of the supernatural, of animals and tricksters, of strong women, and myths. In stories from Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Puerto...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: August House 1997
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Place a hold to request this item.Frigiola, Heather
Summary: Mythical creatures are cultural artifacts--creations of the human imagination from all around the world. From terrifying monsters to sacred mystical beasts, weird-looking humanoids, magical birds, and many other fantastic beings, the mythological creatures in this book are sure to enchant and amaze! Discover myths and legends spanning from ancient times to modern day from every corner of the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Red Feather 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 398.2 FRIMartínez, Rueben
Summary: A collection of seven traditional tales from Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain retold in English and Spanish. Includes notes about each story.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rayo 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 MARCalejo, Ryan
Summary: Steeped in Hispanic folklore since childhood, middle schooler Charlie Hernández learns the stories are true when, shortly after his parents disappearance, he grows horns and feathers and finds himself at the heart of a battle to save the world.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Aladdin 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC CALCalejo, Ryan
Summary: "When Queen Joanna is kidnapped Charlie and Violet set out across South America to find her and discover a conspiracy to raise the dead"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Aladdin 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction, Call number: J FIC CALSan Souci, Robert D.
Summary: With perseverance and the help of a magical horse, Juanito, the youngest son of a farmer, wins the hand of the mayor's beautiful daughter.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 1995
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 SANSummary: "Una extraordinaria selección de obras esenciales, en su mayoría inéditas, que celebran la fuerza, el talento y la diversidad de las mujeres latinas, y tienden puentes que nos conectan las unas con las otras. Desde la prosa implacable de sor Juana Inés de la Cruz hasta los poderosos cantos de la chamana María Sabina; desde las luchas revolucionarias de Audre Lorde, Lolita Lebrón y Berta Cáceres...
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperCollinsEspañol 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 468.4 HIJWeso, T. F. Pecore (Thomas F. Pecore)
Summary: "Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape. What sets this book apart from other Native American books for kids: Tales from 12 tribes--Kids will embark on a literary adventure with 12 stories from tribes around America,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rockridge Press 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 WESCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J398.2 WESUchis, Kali
Summary: Grammy Award winner Kali Uchis releases her fourth studio album. Marking Uchis's striking return to Spanish-language music, the project features a superstar lineup with Karol G, Peso Pluma, El Alfa, and JT. Inspired by the sensual allure of Colombia's national flower, the orchid, it traverses multiple Latin genres including reggaeton, dembow, bolero, and salsa, furthering Uchis's connection to...
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: 2024
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD RHYTHM AND BLUES UCHChao, Manu.
Summary: Following one of his most extensive tours to date, Manu Chao returns with his first new studio album in nearly six years.
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Nacional Records 2007
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD LATIN CHASanta Cecilia (Popular music group)
Contents: Sacudo la pereza (3:54) -- I won't cry for you (3:21) -- Calaverita (3:20) -- Nunca más (3:36) -- Here we go again (3:31) -- Tragos de amargo licor (featuring Enrique Bunbury) (3:24) -- Vámonos (featuring Fito Páez) (3:36) -- Caminante nocturno (featuring Latino Arts String Program of Milwaukee, Wisconsin) (3:26) -- Pa' que trabajar (3:39) -- Sucede (3:27).
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD LATIN SANSummary: Examines the myth and reality of Che Guevara including his friendship with Castro, his world travels, his days as guerilla leader and his death at age 39.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 1997