Mama Had to Work on Christmas
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Product Description: In this short chapter book, we meet Gloria, who always spends Christmas with Papi, Mama, and Nana. But this Christmas, Papi is away picking oranges and Mama has to work at the hotel where she is a maid. Gloria soon discovers that the lavish decorations and foods piled high on the tables are only for the guests. How Gloria moves from disappointment to understanding makes for a poignant story that honors the true spirit of the Christmas season.
Heritage & History: Hispanic Heritage and History
Themes for Children: Family and Friends, Holidays and Celebrations, Jobs, When Things Are Hard
Format: Picture Book
Audiobook: No
Age Level: 6-9
Publisher: Viking Juvenile