Despite her feeling that she is only a burro, Pequeña is able to live up to the noble heritage of her ancestors who helped to build Mexico.

A comprehensive guide to multicultural literature for children, this valuable resource features more than 1,600 titles—including fiction, folktales, poetry, and song books—that focus on diverse cultural groups. The selected titles, pubished between the 1970s and 1990s are suitable for use with preschoolers through sixth graders and are likely to be found on the shelves of school and public libraries. Topics are timely, with an emphasis on books that reflect the needs and interests of today's children. Each detailed entry includes bibliographic information. Use level is also included, as are cultural designation, subjects, and a summary. The invaluable Subject Access section incorporates use level culture information.

In a Southwestern retelling of "The Little Red Hen," Burro finds it difficult to get any help from his friends as he diligently works to turn corn into tortillas, in a text that includes a Spanish/English glossary and a simple recipe for making tortillas.

While on her daily walk, Emily goes along when Spike bullies a dog visiting from Georgia, until a more considerate dog named Emerson helps her realize that bullying is no fun.

Designed for use with children in grades K-6, this book provides a review of support groups: their nature and value; the tripartite model of children's needs, behaviours they need to learn and environmental conditions that support learning; the Keystone Learning Model, which encompasses the tripartite model, strengths and decision-making; and 'nuts and bolts' suggestions for creating and managing child support groups. The book also addresses various support groups chapter by chapter and homework ideas are provided with each chapter.

"The Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a seminal work of literature from the 14th century, renowned for its rich storytelling and vivid portrayal of human life. Set against the backdrop of the Black Death in Florence, the book comprises one hundred tales told by ten young people—seven women and three men—who flee the plague-ridden city for the safety of a secluded villa in the countryside. Each day, over the course of ten days, the group entertains themselves by each telling a story on a chosen theme, ranging from tales of love and adventure to stories of wit and morality. The Decameron offers a fascinating glimpse into medieval society, showcasing a wide spectrum of human experiences and emotions. Boccaccio's masterful narrative skill brings to life a diverse array of characters and settings, blending humor, tragedy, and romance. The stories reflect the complexities of human nature and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. "The Decameron" is celebrated for its literary innovation, rich character development, and insightful commentary on society. It remains a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its enduring themes and captivating storytelling.