Valerie Petrillo Libros

Hands-on activities, games, and crafts introduce children to the diversity of Asian American cultures and teach them about the people, experiences, and events that have shaped Asian American history. This book is broken down into sections covering American descendents from various Asian countries, including China, Japan, Korea, Philippines, India, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Topics include the history of immigration from Asian countries, important events in U.S. history, sidebars on famous Asian Americans, language lessons, and activities that highlight arts, games, food, clothing, unique celebrations, and folklore. Kids can paint a calligraphy banner, practice Tai Chi, fold an origami dog or cat, build a Japanese rock garden, construct a Korean kite, cook bibingka, and create a chalk rangoli. A time line, glossary, and recommendations for Web sites, books, movies, and museums round out this multicultural guide.

Presents a brief history of the countries of Central and South America and Cuba, along with instructions for creating craft items related to Hispanic culture.

Shows kids what life was like for the greenhands, old salts, and captains on the high seas during the great age of sail in the 19th century. This book shows that kids who learned how to walk at sea often found it difficult to walk on dry land. It begins with the China Tea trade in the 18th century and ends with the last whaler leaving New Bedford.