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These books serve as both educational resources and celebrations of Mexican heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFeathered Serpent and the Five Suns,\u003c\/em\u003e Tonatiuh recounts a fascinating Aztec creation myth, blending cultural history with beautiful illustrations that will enthral children and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive among his works is \u003cem\u003eSeparate Is Never Equal,\u003c\/em\u003e a notable contribution to children's literature that provides a poignant exploration of segregation and equality, inspired by real historical events. It acts as a doorway to understanding social justice through an engaging narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTonatiuh's storytelling prowess extends to \u003cem\u003eSoldier for Equality: José de la Luz Sáenz and the Great War\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eUndocumented: A Worker's Fight,\u003c\/em\u003e both of which dive deep into the lives of unsung heroes, illustrating their struggles and triumphs in the face of adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers interested in a more general fiction category, \u003cem\u003eGame of Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e offers a different perspective with engaging storytelling that resonates with readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTonatiuh’s \u003cem\u003eVida\u003c\/em\u003e, another enchanting children’s book, combines his signature style and storytelling to educate and capture the imagination of young minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Duncan Tonatiuh's collection and embark on journeys that educate, inspire, and celebrate the diversity and history of cultures through the art of storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"undocumented-a-workers-fight-by-duncan-tonatiuh-9781419728549","title":"Undocumented: A Worker's Fight","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAward-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh’s picture book is “a gorgeous, timely, and necessary offering about the daily plight of undocumented workers in the United States” (\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUndocumented: A Worker’s Fight\u003c\/i\u003e is the story of immigrant workers who have come to the United States without papers. Every day, these men and women join the workforce and contribute positively to society. The story is told via the ancient Mixtec codex, accordion-fold format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJuan grew up in Mexico working in the fields to help provide for his family. Struggling for money, Juan crosses over into the United States and becomes an undocumented worker, living in a poor neighbourhood and working hard to survive. Although he is able to get a job as a busboy at a restaurant, he is severely undercompensated—he receives less than half of the minimum wage! 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It culminates with a double-gatefold finale, revealing the family gathered around the fully adorned ofrenda with all of their offerings. A brief author’s note is included at the back of the book, providing additional context about the holiday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEste festivo libro ilustrado bilingüe del galardonado y querido autor-ilustrador Duncan Tonatiuh se centra en un altar del Día de Muertos, construido anualmente para honrar la memoria y recibir al espíritu de un ser amado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEl libro, con una estructura que cuenta del uno al diez, se enfoca en los miembros de una familia y sus ofrendas. El gran final incluye páginas dobles despegables que revelan a la familia alrededor del altar decorado con todas las ofrendas. 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The gods tried to make humans during each sun, or age, but each time they failed. When they grew tired, only one did not give up: the Feathered Serpent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetermined, the Feathered Serpent embarks on a dangerous journey full of fearsome foes and harsh elements, facing each trial with wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness before confronting his final challenge at Mictlan, the underworld. With his instantly recognisable, acclaimed art style and grand storytelling, Tonatiuh recounts a dazzling creation tale of epic proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes an author’s note, glossary, and bibliography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46994451693804,"sku":"9781419746772","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13235253482693.jpg?v=1763104993"},{"product_id":"felicidades-by-duncan-tonatiuh-9781419774492","title":"¡Felicidades!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore a world of shapes in this vibrant, bilingual picture book from award-winning author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom award-winning and beloved author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh comes \u003cem\u003e¡Felicidades!\u003c\/em\u003e, a celebratory bilingual concept picture book of shapes featuring a birthday party. \u003cem\u003e¡Felicidades!\u003c\/em\u003e includes a double gatefold finale reveal, and a brief author’s note in English and Spanish that lends additional context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ecuadrado\u003c\/em\u003e – una mesa\/\u003cem\u003esquare\u003c\/em\u003e – a table\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ecírculo\u003c\/em\u003e – un pastel\/\u003cem\u003ecircle\u003c\/em\u003e – a cake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003etriángulo\u003c\/em\u003e – gorritos\/\u003cem\u003etriangle\u003c\/em\u003e – party hats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eóvalo\u003c\/em\u003e – globos\/\u003cem\u003eoval\u003c\/em\u003e – balloons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003erectángulo\u003c\/em\u003e – regalos\/\u003cem\u003erectangle\u003c\/em\u003e – gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ediamante\u003c\/em\u003e – un papalote\/\u003cem\u003ediamond\u003c\/em\u003e – a kite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003emedio círculo\u003c\/em\u003e – rebanadas de fruta\/\u003cem\u003ehalf-circle\u003c\/em\u003e – fruit slices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003epentágonos y hexágonos\u003c\/em\u003e – un balón de fútbol\/\u003cem\u003epentagons and hexagons\u003c\/em\u003e – a soccer ball\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eestrella\u003c\/em\u003e – una piñata\/\u003cem\u003estar\u003c\/em\u003e – a piñata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ecorazón\u003c\/em\u003e – una paleta\/\u003cem\u003eheart\u003c\/em\u003e – a lollipop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e¡Feliz cumpleaños!\/Happy birthday!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46994461589740,"sku":"9781419774492","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13512453482693.jpg?v=1763105118"},{"product_id":"fiesta-by-duncan-tonatiuh-9781419773303","title":"¡Fiesta!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\nFrom award-winning and beloved author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh comes this celebratory bilingual concept picture book. \n\nThis book of colours features a street fiesta with green avocados, yellow tortillas, purple dance dresses, and brown charro pants. 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An American citizen of Mexican and Puerto Rican heritage who spoke and wrote perfect English, Mendez was denied enrolment to a \"Whites only\" school. Her parents took action by organising the Hispanic community and filing a lawsuit in federal district court. Their success eventually brought an end to the era of segregated education in California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eSeparate is Never Equal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTARRED REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Tonatiuh masterfully combines text and folk-inspired art to add an important piece to the mosaic of U.S. civil rights history.\" \u003cbr\u003e --Kirkus Reviews, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Younger children will be outraged by the injustice of the Mendez family story but pleased by its successful resolution. 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