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by Mary Dodson Wade, Nanci R. Vargus (2003)
Cinco de Mayo outlines the events that led up to the Battle of Puebla in remarkably simple terms, and then shows various aspects of contemporary festivities, including a mariachi band, dancers, parades, and so on. The pictures and words of this book combine to offer a bright, serviceable introduction. Presenting only the basics, the book leaves many children with questions, including the location of Mexico (no maps are included). A vocabulary review closes each book. (Booklist) Part of the Rookie Read-About Holidays series.
by Janice Levy (2007)
It's Cinco de Mayo! Everyone is celebrating the holiday in their own way. "Mama marches in the parade. Papa plays in a mariachi band. Abuelita cooks a special meal." A very simple history of the holiday is interspersed with the story of a young boy celebrating Cinco de Mayo with his family. This bilingual book features a section with "find what's missing" pictures and simple crafts perfect for any child's Cinco de Mayo celebration.
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by Carol Gnojewski
Celebrations of Cinco de Mayo are becoming increasingly common in the U.S. Gnojewski explains the history behind the fiesta, telling about the battle on May 5, 1862, in which the Mexican army and residents of the city of Puebla fought the French army. After outlining the history and introducing Mexican heroes such as Benito Juarez, she takes a look at some of the traditional elements of a Cinco de Mayo celebration -- food, music, and dance. (Booklist)
by F. Isabel Campoy, Alma Flor Ada (2006)
As students prepare to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, they practice a Mexican dance and try their best not to step on the hat. Includes an informative section about Cinco de Mayo.
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