Filipino Friends

by Liana Romulo, Corazon Dandan-Albano (Illustrator)

Overview

Through the eyes of Sam, a Filipino-American boy visiting the Philippines for the very first time, children will learn about Philippine customs and language. Soft, whimsical watercolors labeled with English words and Filipino translations bring to light the differences between Western and Philippine lifestyles. Children of expatriate Filipinos as well as expatriate children living in the Philippines will find Filipino Friends indispensable in bridging the gap between the two cultures.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780804838221
Publisher:	Tuttle Publishing
Publication date:	12/15/2006
Edition description:	1st Edition, Hardcover with Jacket
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	446,351
Product dimensions:	10.50(w) x 9.50(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	AD860L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 9 Years

About the Author

Liana Romulo lives mostly in the Philippines but has also lived in Thailand, Belgium, and the United States. Her first picture book, Filipino Children's Favorite Stories, was a national bestseller in the Philippines.

Editorial Reviews

"…perfect for Filipino-American's or those just interested in the culture, is indispensable in bridging the gap between the two cultures." —PragmaticMom.com

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