Sembrando historias: Pura Belpré: bibliotecaria y narradora de cuentos: Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpre (Spanish edition)

Dive into the vibrant life and enduring legacy of Pura Belpré, New York City's first Puerto Rican librarian, in "Sembrando historias: Pura Belpré: bibliotecaria y narradora de cuentos: Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré." Since her arrival in the United States in 1921, Belpré carried the rich tapestry of Puerto Rican folktales to her new role at the New York Public Library. With grace and determination, she transformed these tales into published books, seeding her stories across the nation, which have since blossomed into lush landscapes of cultural heritage and storytelling, cherished by new generations. This exquisite biography not only highlights her contributions as a librarian, author, and puppeteer but also underscores the transformative power of storytelling. Celebrated with a Pura Belpré Honor and various accolades, including a spot on the Today Show's Best Kids' Books of 2019, this book is an essential addition to any elementary-school library, fostering education equity and bilingual literary appreciation. Published on January 15, 2019, it continues to inspire readers to embrace and advocate for diverse narratives in literature.