Momentos M gicos/Magic Moments
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Book Overview
Momentos m gicos, or magic moments, can come in many forms. Presented in equally vibrant English and Spanish, they include stories of the supernatural, of animals and tricksters, of strong women, and myths. In stories from Mexico, Cuba, Guatemala, the Yucatan, Nicaragua, Baja California, Puerto Rico, and the Mayan Popol Vhu, Olga Loya works her magic to create humorous, vital, and powerful renditions of centuries-old legends.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:087483497X
ISBN13:9780874834970
Release Date:January 2006
Publisher:August House Publishers
Length:192 Pages
Weight:0.57 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 5.4" x 8.4"
Age Range:8 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 3 to 7
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
Perfect for learning and reviewing!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This wonderful collection of short stories is ideal for either learning Spanish for the first time, or, as in my case, reviewing the language over 20 years after first studying it. The stories are interesting, with a mixture of commonly-used words and unusual ones. Having both Spanish and English versions side by side makes it very easy to go back and forth to check the meanings of unfamiliar words. I love it!
A must have in your library
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
This compilation of Latin-American folktales is very interesting for young and old alike. This book, along with Drum, Chavi, Drum! (by Mayra L. Dole) and Trinos Choice (by Diane Gonzales Bertrand), are the three best books I have read this year.
Marvelous stories for read-alouds
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This marvelous collection of folk tales from Latin America works beautifully for read-alouds to children from ages 8 up. Each tale is included in both English and Spanish version,with varieties such as "horror" stories, stories of magic and others. My students have especially enjoyed "The Flying Skeleton" [El esqueleto volador] and "The Rooster's Claw" [Pata del gallo], a particularly delightfully grim variation of "The Monkey's Paw." Highly recommended
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