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Kids Books for Presidents’ Day

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Each year, on the third Monday in February, our country celebrates Presidents’ Day. Though many educators focus on two presidents in particular—George Washington and Abraham Lincoln—the day serves as an opportunity to recognize the lives…
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How Tía Lola Ended Up Starting Over

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How Tía Lola Ended Up Starting Over By Julia Alvarez Random House • 2011 • 145 pages Paperback ($6.99) ISBN: 978-0-375-87320-1 Ages  8-12 In the final entry in the Tía Lola series, families are reconfigured, a mystery is solved,…
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DIY Mexican Inspired Hair Bows

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A step by step guide to make Mexican inspired hair bows for you and your girls. From the very first time I set my eyes on ribbons and bows, I was in love. They are so pretty and versatile, and they are a sweet reminder of my Mexican culture.…
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Are Electronics Bad For Our Kids?

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UPDATED August 1st, 2016 They’re flashy, they’re attention-grabbing, and they’ll even read to your children. They’re kid-friendly electronics, from “laptops” for toddlers to exergames to the e-books on your iPad. But are they…
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A Mango in the Hand: A Story Told Through Proverbs

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A Mango in the Hand: A Story Told Through Proverbs By Antonio Sacre • Illustrated by Sebastià Serra Abrams • 2011 • 32 pages Hardcover ($16.95) ISBN 978-0-8109-9734-9 Ages 5-8 Little Francisco lives in Cuba, where they celebrate…
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Good-bye, Havana! Hola, New York!

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Good-bye, Havana! Hola, New York! By Edie Colón • Illustrated by Raúl Colón Simon & Schuster •2011 • 32 pages ISBN 978-1-4424-0674-2 Hardcover ($16.99) Ages 4-8 This autobiographical story follows a six-year-old girl’s…
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Kids Corner: Rise ‘n' Shine Oatmeal

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Do you usually have breakfast from a drive-thru or instant oats in single serve packages? These on-the-go foods are total diet killers—empty calories lacking in nutrition that will leave you hungry just an hour later. Start breakfast at…
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Valentine’s DIY Crafts: Magic Heart Wand & Candy Pouch Necklace

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Every year, our kids celebrate Valentine’s Day with cute little cards and candy. Why not have them spread extra love with these sweet, colorful crafts projects that you can do together. Your kids will feel extra special on Valentine’s…
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2013 Children’s Book Award Winners Include a Few Latino Stars

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Each year the American Library Association (ALA) honors books, videos, and other outstanding materials for children and teens. Recognized worldwide for the high quality they represent, the ALA Youth Media Awards guide parents, educators, librarians,…