Magic Windows

Garza, L. C. (1999). Magic Windows/Ventanas mágicas (English and Spanish Edition) (Bilingual

ed.). Children's Book Pr.

Summary:

In a bilingual text, Carmen Lomas Garza explores her family's Mexican customs and heritage through cut-paper images.

This is a great resource for cultural insight and awareness. In addition, this book offers information in Spanish with a side-by-side English translation that can appeal to a worldwide audience. The illustrations have bold and thick outlines in vibrant and colorful backgrounds. The illustrations work in perfect harmony with the text.

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