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K-Gr 2—A joyous celebration of family, community, and music. Angélica spends every summer in the Dominican Republic. Before returning to Washington Heights, Abuelito gives her a güira to connect her to her roots while in New York City. It was passed down for several generations. The metallic percussive instrument's song can make people move so fast their feet look like hummingbird wings. When Angélica misses her grandfather, she tries to play the heirloom in her small apartment, grating the metal pick against the bumpy sides, but the raucous sound is...Log In or Sign Up to Read More