Friday, September 11, 2009

My Name is Celia/Me llamo Celia


My Name is Celia/Me llamo Celia: The Life of Celia Cruz/la vida de Celia Cruz

Written and Illustrated by: Monica Brown

Elementary Grades

"Honoring the unique rhythms of Celia Cruz music, My Name is Celia pays tribute to the life and music of the famous Cuban singer. In combination with vivid illustrations, this book is an exceptional picture book that will keep the memory of la reina de la salsa (the queen of salsa) alive, recognizing her legacy of artistic works and musical contributions." — Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP)

Online Resources:
http://www.monicabrown.net/books/celia.html

http://www.lindakreft.com/Americas/celia.html

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