Bibliograph

Child of the flower-song people, Luz Jiménez, daughter of the Nahua, written by Gloria Amescua ; illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh

Type

Label

Child of the flower-song people, Luz Jiménez, daughter of the Nahua, written by Gloria Amescua ; illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

resource.biographical

contains biographical information

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Intended audience

Ages 6 to 10

Literary Form

fiction

Main title

Child of the flower-song people

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

written by Gloria Amescua ; illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh

Sub title

Luz Jiménez, daughter of the Nahua

Summary

This moving, beautifully illustrated biography tells the remarkable story of how model and teacher Luz Jiménez became “the soul of Mexico”--a living link between the indigenous Nahua and the rest of the world. Through her deep pride in her roots and her unshakeable spirit, the world came to recognize the beauty and strength of her people

Target audience

primary

Classification