Love, Amalia
Love, Amalia by Alma Flor Ada is a poignant exploration of cultural heritage and emotional resilience, published by Simon and Schuster on July 10, 2012. This edition spans 144 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows young Amalia as she navigates feelings of sadness and anger when her best friend Martha moves away. Through the comforting presence of her grandmother, Amalia learns to cope with loss and discovers the strength found in familial bonds.
Readers will find a tender portrayal of grief and healing as Amalia engages in cherished activities with her abuelita, such as cooking and storytelling. The story addresses themes of family and social topics related to death and bereavement, offering insight into how cultural connections can provide solace during difficult times. This thoughtful narrative invites readers to reflect on the significance of love and memory in the face of loss, making it a meaningful addition to both juvenile nonfiction and fiction collections.
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A young girl’s discovery of her cultural heritage helps her lovingly cope with loss in this tender tale from acclaimed authors Alma Flor Ada and Gabriel Zubizarreta.
Amalia’s best friend Martha is moving away, and Amalia is feeling sad and angry. And yet, even when life seems unfair, the loving, wise words of Amalia’s abuelita have a way of making everything a little bit brighter. Amalia finds great comfort in times shared with her grandmother: cooking, listening to stories and music, learning, and looking through her treasured box of family cards.
But when another loss racks Amalia’s life, nothing makes sense anymore. In her sorrow, will Amalia realize just how special she is, even when the ones she loves are no longer near?
From leading voices in Hispanic literature, this thoughtful and touching depiction of one girl’s transition through loss and love is available in both English and Spanish.
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