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• All About the Philippines

  Stories, Songs, Crafts and Games for Kids

  Jimenez, Gidget Roceles, 1964-

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  All About the Philippines takes you on an incredible journey across the colorful island nation of the Philippines with Mary, Jaime, and Ari--visit their homes, their schools, their families, their favorite places, and much more. They'll show you how…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Any Day With You

  Respicio, Mae,

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  During the summer before seventh grade, Kaia, who enjoys living in Southern California, visiting the beach with her family, and creating movie make-up effects, makes a film with her friends to win a contest and hopefully prevent her beloved…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• At Last She Stood

  How Joey Guerrero Spied, Survived, and Fought for Freedom

  Kelly, Erin Entrada,

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  A biography of the legendary and inspiring Josefina "Joey" Guerrero: World War II spy, Filipina guerrilla fighter, war hero, Medal of Freedom recipient, leprosy survivor, teacher, and peacemaker. Ages: 8-12

• A Boy Called Hero

  Cruz, Marie Miranda,

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  Coming soon to our bookshelves! After moving to the Philippines from the U.S., twelve-year-old Hero finds himself transported back in time to 1892 and helps his ancestors distribute a banned book as part of their resistance against Spanish rule.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Dancing Hands

  a Story of Friendship in Filipino Sign Language

  Que, Joanna,

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  Sam is fascinated by her new neighbors and their ability to talk with their hands, and when she meets Mai, she starts to learn Filipino sign language so they can communicate. Includes dictionary of Philippine signs. Ages: 4-8

• Dancing the Tinikling

  Peyton, Bobbie,

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  Jojo's grandmother Lola invites him to join her in the rhythmic tinikling dance, and though he initially stumbles, Jojo finds his footing and joyfully embraces his American and Filipino heritages. Ages: 5-8

• Filipino Celebrations

  a Treasury of Feasts and Festivals

  Romulo, Liana

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  Each chapter discusses the history of the featured holiday celebrated in the Philippines - from its cultural influences to variations of the holiday's customs depending on the region one is in, including the food! Ages: 5-10

• Isabel in Bloom

  Respicio, Mae,

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  Making friends in a new city, and new country, is hard for twelve-year-old Filipina-American Isabel, but joining the gardening and cooking club at school helps her find her way. Ages: 8-12

• Lolo's Sari-sari Store

  Lee, Sophia N.,

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  After recently moving to the United States, a young girl reminisces about her time spent helping her Lolo run his sari-sari store in the Philippines, and uses some of his wisdom to make herself feel more at home. Ages: 4-8

• Maribel's Year

  Sterling, Michelle,

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  New country, new school, new friends. A lot can happen in a single year. But one thing's for certain: Maribel won't forget her Papa, even when he's 8,000 miles away in the Philippines. Ages:

• Pedro's Yo-yos

  How a Filipino Immigrant Came to America and Changed the World of Toys

  Peñas, Rob

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  Discover the backstory of one of America's favorite toys, the yo-yo, in this colorful biography of Filipino American businessman Pedro Flores. Ages: 4-7

• Philippines

  Mattern, Joanne, 1963-

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  In this book, young readers will learn about the beautiful, diverse islands that make up the Philippines. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text introduce kids to key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Philippines

  Tope, Lily Rose R., 1955-

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  The Southeast Asian nation of the Philippines is made up of thousands of islands and is one of the most populous countries in the world. What is life like for the millions of people who live on these islands? Readers find out as they explore the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Riding Through Rice Fields

  a Trip to the Philippines

  Sterling, Michelle,

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  While on a trip to the Philippines for a family reunion, Mateo bonds with his father and learns about bayanihan, the importance of community--a philosophy they bring back to their life in the city. Ages: 3-7

• A Roof!

  Sy, Stephanie Ellen,

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  With the help of her Filipino community, a young girl and her father journey to return a neighbor's roof after a typhoon. Ages: 3-7

• Time to Shine

  a Filipino American Family Story

  Vivit Lehmann, Stephanie,

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  Locally written picture book shines a light on multiple generations in a Filipino American family and their feelings about retaining or reclaiming parts of their culture of heritage. When Tala discovers Filipino parols, her curiosity and excitement…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• When Lola Visits

  Sterling, Michelle,

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  For one young girl, summer is the season of no school, of days spent at the pool, and of picking golden limes off the trees. But summer doesn't start until her lola--her grandmother from the Philippines--comes for her annual visit. When Lola visits,…Read moreRead more of this annotation