The Best Mariachi in the World

The Best Mariachi in the World

Author: J. D. Smith

Publisher: Raven Tree Press,Csi

Published: 2008-09-24

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781887744980

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Gustavo's family has a mariachi band and everyone except Gustavo is in it. Follow him as he finds his place in the family business.


Los Mariachis!

Los Mariachis!

Author: Patricia W. Harpole

Publisher:

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13:

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Introduce your students to Mexico's most popular form of traditional music--mariachi. The cassette includes examples of son, polka, waltz and bolero tunes and songs.


Mariachi

Mariachi

Author: Patricia Greathouse

Publisher: Gibbs Smith

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1423602811

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An illustrated exploration of mariachi that discusses the history of the genre, food and celebrations associated with the music, significant musicians, and more; and includes a CD.


Mariachi Music in America

Mariachi Music in America

Author: Daniel Edward Sheehy

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13:

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Accompanying 50-minute CD contains examples of music discussed in the book.


Just Like Me

Just Like Me

Author: Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Publisher: Dragonfly Books

Published: 2022-07-12

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 0593568796

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An ode to the girl with scrapes on her knees and flowers in her hair, and every girl in between, this exquisite treasury will appeal to readers of Dear Girl and I Am Enough and have kids poring over it to find a poem that's just for them. I am a canvas Being painted on By the words of my family Friends And community From Vanessa Brantley-Newton, the author of Grandma's Purse, comes a collection of poetry filled with engaging mini-stories about girls of all kinds: girls who feel happy, sad, scared, powerful; girls who love their bodies and girls who don't; country girls, city girls; girls who love their mother and girls who wish they had a father. With bright portraits in Vanessa's signature style of vibrant colors and unique patterns and fabrics, this book invites readers to find themselves and each other within its pages. "A dynamic, uplifting, and welcoming world of girls."--Kirkus "Thoughtful, inclusive, and celebratory"--Publishers Weekly "Bursting with positivity, this would be a great book to use in primary school classrooms when discussing issues of friendship, diversity, and self-esteem."--Booklist


Austin Plays Fair

Austin Plays Fair

Author: Tony Dungy

Publisher: Harvest House Publishers

Published: 2018-08-07

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 0736973249

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Fair Play Is Always the Right Way Austin loves playing flag football for the Trentwood Tigers. There is only one problem. His team has lost six games in a row, and he doesn't like losing. At his next game, Austin's teammate has a plan to trick the other team. It works, but Austin knows his team cheated to win. Coach Tony and Coach Lauren remind Austin the most important thing about football isn't winning—it's playing fair. When his team takes the field for their next game, will Austin choose to cheat again, or will he stand up for what's right? What would you do if you were in Austin's shoes? *** Join the Team! The Team Dungy series of picture books for young readers, ages 6-9, teaches character-building lessons through the familiar world of sports.


Feel the Beat: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to Swing

Feel the Beat: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to Swing

Author: Marilyn Singer

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2017-03-07

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 073522904X

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An irresistible book of poems about dancing that mimic the rhythms of social dances from cha-cha to two-step, by the acclaimed author of Mirror Mirror Marilyn Singer has crafted a vibrant collection of poems celebrating all forms of social dance from samba and salsa to tango and hip-hop. The rhythm of each poem mimics the beat of the dances’ steps. Together with Kristi Valiant’s dynamic illustrations, the poems create a window to all the ways dance enters our lives and exists throughout many cultures. This ingenious collection will inspire readers to get up and move! Included with the e-book is an audio recording of the author reading each poem accompanied by original music.


Papa Gave Me a Stick

Papa Gave Me a Stick

Author: Janice Levy

Publisher: Star Bright Books

Published: 2023-11-08

Total Pages: 37

ISBN-13: 1595725261

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When Antonio sees the members of the Mariachi band play, he wants nothing more than a guitar of his own. But guitars cost money, explains his father, who hands Antonio a stick instead. Confused and upset, Antonio resentfully accepts his father’s gift. He heads off, unknowingly starting a chain of exchanges that may, miraculously, earn him what he wants most.


Esquivel!

Esquivel!

Author: Susan Wood

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group

Published: 2018-08-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1430131845

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Juan Garcia Esquivel was born in Mexico and grew up to the sounds of mariachi bands. He loved music and became a musical explorer. Defying convention, he created music that made people laugh and planted images in their minds. Juan's space-age lounge music popular in the fifties and sixties has found a new generation of listeners.


Off We Go to Mexico!

Off We Go to Mexico!

Author: Laurie Krebs

Publisher: Barefoot Books

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 1905236409

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We swim in turquoise water and build castles on the beach. We climb up rocks or watch from docks, To see the gray whales breach.