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Leyendas americanas de la tierra

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Leyendas americanas de la tierra, de Dorys Zeballos, ilustrada por Fernando Vergara, es una colección cuidadosamente seleccionada de leyendas de culturas indígenas de América, incluyendo aztecas, mapuches, incas, quechuas, ticunas y más. Escrito en un español lírico, el libro resalta la profunda conexión entre estos pueblos y el mundo natural, con historias que celebran la flora, la fauna y la sabiduría ancestral. Con 160 páginas de rica narrativa e ilustraciones evocadoras, es ideal para lectores a partir de los 10 años y sirve como un recurso valioso para aulas bilingües que exploran la mitología, el patrimonio cultural y el respeto por el medio ambiente a través de la narración.

English Description:

Leyendas americanas de la tierra by Dorys Zeballos, illustrated by Fernando Vergara, is a beautifully curated collection of legends from Indigenous cultures across the Americas—including the Aztecs, Mapuches, Incas, Quechuas, Ticunas, and more. Written in lyrical Spanish, the book highlights the deep connection between these peoples and the natural world, with stories that celebrate flora, fauna, and ancestral wisdom. With 160 pages of rich narrative and evocative illustrations, it’s ideal for readers ages 10 and up and serves as a powerful resource for dual-language classrooms exploring mythology, cultural heritage, and environmental respect through storytelling.

Publishing Details

Author : Dorys Zeballos

Illustrator : Fernando Vergara

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Chapter

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 160

Year Published: 2014

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 5th

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Fiction, Traditional Literature

Theme: Fables & Folktales, Culture, Community