Central America Nonfiction

Suzanna and her father, Peter, head to Andros Island, a diving paradise in the Caribbean. There, she learns the basics of scuba diving and eventually swims with fifteen reef sharks in this lively true underwater adventure.

Meet Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, once just a girl growing up in The Bronx, New York, with her brother and Puerto Rican-born parents. From a young age, her mother emphasized the value of education. Sonia would eventually graduate summa cum laude from Princeton University, receive a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School, and later begin working as an assistant district attorney for New York County. Throughout her decades-long career, Sonia Sotomayor has been driven by her commitment to justice, inspiring young people to follow their dreams and strive to make them reality.

Guatemala, a hotspot of unique wildlife, boasts 100 rivers, over 250 wetland areas, and many famous volcanoes. Hear about this beautiful Central American country and experience the daily life of the Guatemalan people, from work and school to fun and play.

Pack your bags! We're headed to Jamaica. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore Jamaica from its bustling cities to its sandy beaches and jutting mountains. We'll also find out what kind of food people eat and learn about reggae music and dub poetry. A special section introduces Jamaica's capital, language, and population. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Follow 10-year-old Floella as she and her family set sail from the Caribbean to a new life in London. Alone on a huge ship for two weeks, then tumbled into a cold and unfriendly London, coming to England wasn't at all what Floella had expected.... What will her new school be like? Will she meet the queen?

This Highlights Listen & Learn! Audio Study, intended for those in grade four, introduces listeners to the rich culture and long history of El Salvador, a country in Central America. In addition to learning about El Salvador, listeners will be introduced to comprehension skills that will help them better understand the story. These skills include cause-and-effect, identifying sequence of events, and vocabulary-building.

Curious Creatures of the Amazon: A Journey Through the Rainforest takes listeners on an exhilarating adventure into the heart of the awe-inspiring Amazon rainforest. Embark on a captivating exploration alongside Lily Thompson and her friends, as guided by her passionate zoologist father, Dr. Robert Thompson. From the towering canopy to the secretive understory, from the enchanting rivers to the mysterious nocturnal realm, this book unravels the captivating world of the Amazon's curious creatures and vibrant ecosystems.

Alexandra Barbot shares her memories about Haiti, the land, and the culture, with her granddaughter Josephine to connect the generations.

There are lots of different places to visit in the world! Have you ever been on an island? What would it be like to live on one? Take a trip to tropical Cuba and learn about the history and culture of this Caribbean country.

Golden lion tamarins are found only in Brazilian forests. These small, remarkable monkeys once had plenty of space to roam and claim family territories. But years of deforestation caused their numbers to shrink. They were in serious danger of becoming extinct. To help, scientists studied the animals in zoo settings. But they faced several mysteries. Why weren't golden lion tamarins reproducing in zoos? If scientists reintroduced zoo-raised tamarins to the wild, would those monkeys survive?

In this delightful history book, Ms. Melange takes her students through the tumultuous, often ignored origins and cultural impact of Haiti. Tackling their fight of independence and the country’s struggles thereafter, Fridays with Ms. Melange: Haiti provides a nuanced, thoughtful look at history that celebrates Haiti’s unique culture and diverse heritage. This book is best suited for children from ages seven to 12.