Island Treasures: Growing Up in Cuba

by Alma Flor Ada

Book Overview

The author of My Name Is Mar a Isabel offers an inspiring look at her childhood in Cuba in this collection that includes Where the Flame Trees Bloom , Under the Royal Palms , five new stories, and more. These true autobiographical tales from renowned Hispanic author and educator Alma Flor Ada are filled with family love and traditions, secrets and deep friendships, and a gorgeous, moving picture of the island of Cuba, where Alma Flor grew up. Told...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1481442457
• ISBN13: 9781481442459
• Release Date: August 2015
• Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.8" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7