Raising Nuestros Ninos: Bringing Up Latino Children in a Bicultural World

Raising Nuestros Ninos: Bringing Up Latino Children in a Bicultural WorldAll parents want their children to thrive and succeed, but Latino parents face a unique set of challenges passing along our much cherished cultural traditions and values, while sending our sons and daughters into an increasingly fast paced and often homogeneous world, where it's easy to lose sight of nuestra familia and the legacy of past generations. Now, an award winning Latina in the field of early childhood education (and a mother herself) has

All parents want their children to thrive and succeed, but Latino parents face a unique set of challenges -- passing along our much-cherished cultural traditions and values, while sending our sons and daughters into an increasingly fast-paced and often homogeneous world, where it's easy to lose sight of nuestra familia and the legacy of past generations. Now, an award-winning Latina in the field of early childhood education (and a mother herself) has assembled an indispensable reference for Hispanic parents and caregivers of children from birth to age twelve. A practical reference as well as a precious treasury of la cultura, Raising Nuestros Ni os covers: * Our History, Traditions, and Culture: Lessons to share with your children, and simple ways to enrich your child's development and self-esteem as you celebrate your heritage * Your Child's Social, Emotional, and Intellectual Skills: How to encourage these vital areas of a youngster's development, and why an environment rich in Latino culture will enhance your child's future * The Value of Family and Community: The cornerstones of effective parenting that have supported and nurtured generations of Latino households Filled with the latest research as well as personal anecdotes, songs, recipes, dichos, and games, Raising Nuestros Ni os will provide a rich cultural framework designed to help you parent effectively and responsibly, as you pass along the priceless gift of nuestra cultura.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Touchstone Books
Published: 05/26/1999
ISBN: 9780684839691
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 5.90w x 1.00d

Review Citations: Library Journal 03/01/1999 pg. 101