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The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature — Content Guide for Parents

By Nathalie Beullens-Maoui, Teresa MlawerRosen Publishing Group, Incorporated2016-04-30ISBN 9781499464344112 pages
The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

In honor of the 20th anniversary of the Pura Belpre Award, celebrated in June 2016, Rosen Publishing released an anthology of essays written by the past and present recipients of the medal. Featuring an introduction by Oralia Garza de Cortes and Sandra Rios Balderrama, cofounders of the award, and essays detailing the significance of the award for each winner, this collection is a beautiful, fitting tribute to the history of Latino children's literature.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    Book title mentions violence/war themes. No violence is mentioned in the book. The content focuses on celebrating Latino children's literature and the contributions of Pura Belpré without depicting any violent scenarios. No scary content is present in the book. The focus is on positive narratives and cultural celebration, making it suitable for children.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have violence?

    Book title mentions violence/war themes. No violence is mentioned in the book. The content focuses on celebrating Latino children's literature and the contributions of Pura Belpré without depicting any violent scenarios.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have scary content?

    No scary content is present in the book. The focus is on positive narratives and cultural celebration, making it suitable for children.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have religious themes?

    No religious content is present in the book. The search results focus on the Pura Belpré Award and its significance in Latino literature without reference to any religious themes or practices.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have racial/cultural content?

    The book centers on the Pura Belpré Award, which recognizes works by Latino authors and illustrators, thereby affirming and celebrating the Latino cultural experience. This is a central theme of the book.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have profanity?

    No profanity is mentioned in the book. The content is appropriate for children and focuses on literary achievements in the Latino community.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The content revolves around the Pura Belpré Award and Latino children's literature, without addressing environmental issues.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative centers around the Pura Belpré Award and the recognition of Latino authors and illustrators.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It focuses on the achievements of Latino authors and illustrators without specific attention to gender dynamics.

  • Does The Pura Belpré Award 1996-2016 20 Years of Outstanding Latino Children's Literature have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or content are mentioned in the book. The focus is on Latino children's literature and the Pura Belpré Award, which celebrates Latino cultural experiences.