The Golden Flower: A Taino Myth from Puerto Rico
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This Taino creation story describes how the island of Puerto Rico came into existence when the Earth was a desert without water. A young boy's adventures lead to the growth of a beautiful forest on top of a mounatain and then the introduction of the sea and its creatures around the base of the mountain, which becomes an island. The lovely, stylized illustrations are a perfect match for the traditional story.
Special Populations: Indigenous Students from Latin America
Culture/Community: Puerto Rican
Themes for Children: Family and Friends Holidays and Celebrations Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, and Myths Gardens and Parks Animals and Pets Insects and Plants
Format: Picture Book
Age Level: 6-9
Publisher: Piñata Books