Most Popular Books by George Ancona

Describes the government program which maintains an ecological balance among wild mustangs by capturing, training, and offering for adoption selected animals.

The story of the reintroduction into the wild of golden lion tamarins born in captivity.

In this bilingual book two Hispanic American children describe the games they like to play.

Describes how Don Ricardo, a craftsman from Ejutla de Crespo in southern Mexico, makes piñatas for all the village birthday parties and other fiestas.

Amelia describes her many friends. Some speak Spanish and some speak English.

Christopher tells us about his school day.

- Award-winning author-photographer - Noted language consultants Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy - Intimate, original photographs - Children share their lives in Spanish and English - World list, map, family history, and cultural background Grades K-4 National Social Studies Standards - Culture: I - Explore and describe similarities and differences in the ways people, societies, and cultures address similar human needs and concerns - Give examples of how experiences may be interpreted differently by people from diverse cultural perspectives - Describe ways in which language, stories, music, and artistic creations serve as expressions of culture

- Award-winning author-photographer - Noted language consultants Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy - Intimate, original photographs - Children share their lives in Spanish and English - World list, map, family history, and cultural background Grades K-4 National Social Studies Standards - Culture: I - Explore and describe similarities and differences in the ways people, societies, and cultures address similar human needs and concerns - Give examples of how experiences may be interpreted differently by people from diverse cultural perspectives - Describe ways in which language, stories, music, and artistic creations serve as expressions of culture

Renowned photojournalist George Ancona celebrates his heritage in this authentic and engaging tour of the land south of the border. From his many travels in Mexico, Ancona has culled memorable details and a slew of original photographs -- intimate snapshots of people in everyday settings. A remarkable photostudy, Viva Mexico! combines stunning, full-color images with a lively and concise narrative sprinkled with Spanish words and expressions. Mexico''s culture, history and spirit are revealed through The Foods, The Fiestas, The Folk Arts, The Past and The People. Each volume -- whether focusing on food or art, ancient beginnings or current conflicts -- captures the many flavors and traditions of the land and its people. This series is a wonderful means of encouraging young readers to the north to appreciate their neighbor''s rich heritage.

- Award-winning author-photographer - Noted language consultants Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy - Intimate, original photographs - Children share their lives in Spanish and English - World list, map, family history, and cultural background Grades K-4 National Social Studies Standards - Culture: I - Explore and describe similarities and differences in the ways people, societies, and cultures address similar human needs and concerns - Give examples of how experiences may be interpreted differently by people from diverse cultural perspectives - Describe ways in which language, stories, music, and artistic creations serve as expressions of culture

Looks at Mexico''s colorful folk arts, including jewelry, embroidery, pottery, toys, and pinatas.

Describes the use of a simple 35mm camera, and gives advice and projects on composition, lighting, action, etc.

Text and photographs introduce some dances of various countries around the world.

Follows the journey of a banana from Honduras where it is grown to North America where it is eventually consumed.

Presents anecdotal remembrance of older people as told to the author.

Mr. Ancona tells about his process of writing and photography as well as a little background on himself.

For more than 100 years, the Cathedral of St. John the Divine has been under construction. Workers from all over the world have contributed their abilities & labor & time, decade after decade. And although the cathedral is still unfinished, services are held there, festivals are celebrated, & the helpless & homeless are fed, clothed, & befriended within its walls. This full-color book, for juvenile readers, follows the awesome process of building the stonework of the Cathedral -- from the quarrying of the limestone hundreds of miles away, to the cutting of the 11 ton stone blocks, to the creation of the magnificent carvings to adorn it.