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Promoting Reading among Mexican American Children. ERIC Digest.
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Murray, Yvonne I.; Velazquez, Jose – 1999
Good books can help children develop pride in their ethnic identity, knowledge about cultural history and positive role models, and improved self-esteem. However, Mexican American students often do not experience literature in this way. This digest briefly reviews Mexican American children's literature, recommends classroom strategies, provides…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Books, Childrens Literature, Culturally Relevant Education