Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book

Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book

Author: Lisbeth Kaiser

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2022-01-11

Total Pages: 25

ISBN-13: 0593223624

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The latest addition to the Who HQ board book series: a biography of Celia Cruz, created specifically for the preschool audience! The #1 New York Times Bestselling Who Was? series expands into the board book space, bringing age-appropriate biographies of influential figures to readers ages 2-4. The chronology and themes of Celia Cruz's meaningful life are presented in a masterfully succinct text, with just a few sentences per page. The fresh, stylized illustrations are sure to captivate young readers and adults alike. With a read-aloud biographical summary in the back, this age-appropriate introduction honors and shares the life and songs of one of the most influential performers of our time. WHO WAS? BOARD BOOKS bring inspiring biographies to the youngest readers in an accessible and memorable way.


Book Synopsis Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book by : Lisbeth Kaiser

Download or read book Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book written by Lisbeth Kaiser and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-01-11 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The latest addition to the Who HQ board book series: a biography of Celia Cruz, created specifically for the preschool audience! The #1 New York Times Bestselling Who Was? series expands into the board book space, bringing age-appropriate biographies of influential figures to readers ages 2-4. The chronology and themes of Celia Cruz's meaningful life are presented in a masterfully succinct text, with just a few sentences per page. The fresh, stylized illustrations are sure to captivate young readers and adults alike. With a read-aloud biographical summary in the back, this age-appropriate introduction honors and shares the life and songs of one of the most influential performers of our time. WHO WAS? BOARD BOOKS bring inspiring biographies to the youngest readers in an accessible and memorable way.

Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book

Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book

Author: Lisbeth Kaiser

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2022-01-11

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 0593385462

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The latest addition to the Who HQ board book series: a biography of Celia Cruz, created specifically for the preschool audience! The #1 New York Times Bestselling Who Was? series expands into the board book space, bringing age-appropriate biographies of influential figures to readers ages 2-4. The chronology and themes of Celia Cruz's meaningful life are presented in a masterfully succinct text, with just a few sentences per page. The fresh, stylized illustrations are sure to captivate young readers and adults alike. With a read-aloud biographical summary in the back, this age-appropriate introduction honors and shares the life and songs of one of the most influential performers of our time. WHO WAS? BOARD BOOKS bring inspiring biographies to the youngest readers in an accessible and memorable way.


Book Synopsis Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book by : Lisbeth Kaiser

Download or read book Who Was Celia Cruz?: A Who Was? Board Book written by Lisbeth Kaiser and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-01-11 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The latest addition to the Who HQ board book series: a biography of Celia Cruz, created specifically for the preschool audience! The #1 New York Times Bestselling Who Was? series expands into the board book space, bringing age-appropriate biographies of influential figures to readers ages 2-4. The chronology and themes of Celia Cruz's meaningful life are presented in a masterfully succinct text, with just a few sentences per page. The fresh, stylized illustrations are sure to captivate young readers and adults alike. With a read-aloud biographical summary in the back, this age-appropriate introduction honors and shares the life and songs of one of the most influential performers of our time. WHO WAS? BOARD BOOKS bring inspiring biographies to the youngest readers in an accessible and memorable way.

Azúcar!

Azúcar!

Author: Eduardo Marceles

Publisher: Reed Press(NY)

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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This fascinating biography on Celia Cruz--Queen of Salsa, political exile and humanitarian--begins with her recent funeral in New York, travels back to her modest origins in Havana, and reveals how fate intervened to bring her seductive voice to the attention of millions of adoring fans.


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Download or read book Azúcar! written by Eduardo Marceles and published by Reed Press(NY). This book was released on 2004 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating biography on Celia Cruz--Queen of Salsa, political exile and humanitarian--begins with her recent funeral in New York, travels back to her modest origins in Havana, and reveals how fate intervened to bring her seductive voice to the attention of millions of adoring fans.

Who Was Celia Cruz?

Who Was Celia Cruz?

Author: Pam Pollack

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-08-04

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 0593093879

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How did a working-class girl from Cuba become a symbol of artistic freedom for Cuban Americans and the "Queen of Salsa"? Find out in this addition to the Who HQ library! Although her family and friends know her as Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso, the world refers to her simply as Celia Cruz. Starting her career in 1950, Celia grew increasingly popular as the new lead singer of the Cuban band Sonora Matancera. Her exceptional vocal range and flashy costumes made fans fall in love with her. Celia's talent took her all around the world, including the United States. After Fidel Castro came to power in Cuba, she wasn't allowed to return to her native country. She and other Cubans who were exiled used their music to express their love for their homeland. Celia rose to the top of the charts in a genre that was dominated by men. She become an award-winning singer and the most popular Latin artist of the twentieth century. Azucar! indeed!


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Download or read book Who Was Celia Cruz? written by Pam Pollack and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-08-04 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did a working-class girl from Cuba become a symbol of artistic freedom for Cuban Americans and the "Queen of Salsa"? Find out in this addition to the Who HQ library! Although her family and friends know her as Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso, the world refers to her simply as Celia Cruz. Starting her career in 1950, Celia grew increasingly popular as the new lead singer of the Cuban band Sonora Matancera. Her exceptional vocal range and flashy costumes made fans fall in love with her. Celia's talent took her all around the world, including the United States. After Fidel Castro came to power in Cuba, she wasn't allowed to return to her native country. She and other Cubans who were exiled used their music to express their love for their homeland. Celia rose to the top of the charts in a genre that was dominated by men. She become an award-winning singer and the most popular Latin artist of the twentieth century. Azucar! indeed!

Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa

Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa

Author: Veronica Chambers

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2007-07-19

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 0142407798

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Everyone knows the flamboyant, larger-than-life Celia Cruz, the extraordinary salsa singer who passed away in 2003, leaving millions of fans brokenhearted. indeed, there was a magical vibrancy to the Cuban salsa singer. to hear her voice or to see her perform was to feel her life-affirming energy deep within you. relish the sizzling sights and sounds of her legacy in this glimpse into Celia’s childhood and her inspiring rise to worldwide fame and recognition as the Queen of salsa. Her inspirational life story is sure to sweeten your soul.


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Download or read book Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa written by Veronica Chambers and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-07-19 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone knows the flamboyant, larger-than-life Celia Cruz, the extraordinary salsa singer who passed away in 2003, leaving millions of fans brokenhearted. indeed, there was a magical vibrancy to the Cuban salsa singer. to hear her voice or to see her perform was to feel her life-affirming energy deep within you. relish the sizzling sights and sounds of her legacy in this glimpse into Celia’s childhood and her inspiring rise to worldwide fame and recognition as the Queen of salsa. Her inspirational life story is sure to sweeten your soul.

Me Llamo Celia

Me Llamo Celia

Author: Monica Brown

Publisher: Luna Rising, a bilingual

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13:

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Describes the life of the legendary Latin American singer, Celia Cruz.


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Download or read book Me Llamo Celia written by Monica Brown and published by Luna Rising, a bilingual. This book was released on 2004 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the life of the legendary Latin American singer, Celia Cruz.

Azucar!

Azucar!

Author: Eduardo Marceles

Publisher:

Published: 2006-11-01

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 9781422358863

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Download or read book Azucar! written by Eduardo Marceles and published by . This book was released on 2006-11-01 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa

Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa

Author: Veronica Chambers

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781430102830

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Offers a look at the childhood of the world-famous Cuban salsa singer, and the early inspirations that helped her rags-to-riches dream come true.


Book Synopsis Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa by : Veronica Chambers

Download or read book Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa written by Veronica Chambers and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers a look at the childhood of the world-famous Cuban salsa singer, and the early inspirations that helped her rags-to-riches dream come true.

Oye, Celia!

Oye, Celia!

Author: Katie Sciurba

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2007-04-17

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780805074680

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Illustrations and rhythmic text celebrate the life and music of singer Celia Cruz, as a young fan attends a neighborhood dance party and hears loss, happiness, Latin American culture, and more in her voice and lyrics. Includes translations of Spanish words used.


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Download or read book Oye, Celia! written by Katie Sciurba and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-04-17 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrations and rhythmic text celebrate the life and music of singer Celia Cruz, as a young fan attends a neighborhood dance party and hears loss, happiness, Latin American culture, and more in her voice and lyrics. Includes translations of Spanish words used.

Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz

Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz

Author: Claudia Romo Edelman

Publisher: Roaring Brook Press

Published: 2022-09-06

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1250828112

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Read about "La Reina de la Salsa" in Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz, and learn the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes that have shaped our culture and the world in this gripping biography series for young readers, perfect for fans of the Who Was series. If you can see it, you can be it. Meet the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz—once just a girl from Havana, Cuba, who loved to sing. Her soulful voice, compelling charm, and unstoppable determination led to her meteoric rise to fame, opening the door for Latinx performers everywhere. Her booming career took her from the Sonora Matancera to the Fania All-Stars, with the rising popularity of salsa, a genre born of Afro-Cuban musical stylings. Six decades and more than seventy albums later, Celia’s influence still has an undeniable hold on today’s music. Hispanic Star proudly celebrates Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have made remarkable contributions to American culture and have been undeniable forces in shaping its future.


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Download or read book Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz written by Claudia Romo Edelman and published by Roaring Brook Press. This book was released on 2022-09-06 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read about "La Reina de la Salsa" in Hispanic Star: Celia Cruz, and learn the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes that have shaped our culture and the world in this gripping biography series for young readers, perfect for fans of the Who Was series. If you can see it, you can be it. Meet the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz—once just a girl from Havana, Cuba, who loved to sing. Her soulful voice, compelling charm, and unstoppable determination led to her meteoric rise to fame, opening the door for Latinx performers everywhere. Her booming career took her from the Sonora Matancera to the Fania All-Stars, with the rising popularity of salsa, a genre born of Afro-Cuban musical stylings. Six decades and more than seventy albums later, Celia’s influence still has an undeniable hold on today’s music. Hispanic Star proudly celebrates Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have made remarkable contributions to American culture and have been undeniable forces in shaping its future.