Island treasures: growing up in Cuba
Biography, Literature biography, Women biography
Human-narrated audio
Summary
These true tales are filled with family love and traditions, secrets and deep friendships, and a picture of the island of Cuba, where Alma Flor grew up. Told through the eyes of a child, a whole world comes to life… in these pages: the blind great-grandmother who never went to school but whose wisdom and generosity overflowed to those around her; the hired hand Samoné, whose love for music overcame all difficulties; the beloved dance teacher who helped sustain young Alma Flor through a miserable year in school; her dear and daring Uncle Medardo, who bravely flew airplanes. This collection encourages readers to discover the stories in their own lives, and to celebrate the joys and struggles we all share, no matter where or when we grew up. Grades 3-6. 2016. Uniform title: Memoirs.