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    Chico Rey

    Chico Rey

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    Spanish Description

    Chico Rey (The Other Stairs)

    Conoce a Chico Rey, un hombre brasileño de origen africano que fue llevado a las minas como esclavo y que nunca dejó de creer en la libertad. Con trabajo y determinación logró comprar su propia libertad y después la de muchas otras personas. Este relato breve e ilustrado acerca a los lectores a las raíces multiculturales de América Latina y al valor de quienes dedican su vida al bien común. Una conmovedora introducción a la historia, la dignidad y la solidaridad, ideal para el salón de clases o la lectura en familia.

    Reading Levels

    Ages:

    • 9
    • 10
    • 11

    Grades:

    • Grade 4
    • Grade 5

    Book Details

    Copyright: 2006

    Publisher: Ediciones Castillo

    Author: Monica Bergna

    Subject: Latin American History and Culture

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    About the Book

    Meet Chico Rey, a Brazilian man of African descent who was brought to the mines as a slave and never stopped believing in freedom. Through hard work and determination, he managed to buy his own liberty and then the liberty of many others around him. This short, richly illustrated title introduces young readers to the multicultural roots of Latin America and to the courage of people who commit their lives to the common good. A moving introduction to history, dignity, and solidarity for classroom or family reading.

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