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Cutters, Carvers, and the Cathedral

by Ancona, George

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The piñata maker = El piñatero

by Ancona, George

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

Pablo Remembers

The Fiesta of the Day of the Dead

by Ancona, George

During the three-day celebration of the Days of the Dead, a young Mexican boy and his family make elaborate preparations to honor the spirits of the dead.

Twins on Toes

A Ballet Debut

by Anderson, Joan & Ancona, George

Describes the experiences of twins Amy and Laurel Foster, who trained for ten years to become professional ballerinas and studied at the School of American Bal...

Powwow

by Ancona, George

A photo essay on the pan-Indian celebration called a powwow, this particular one being held on the Crow Reservation in Montana.

The Aquarium Book

by Ancona, George

Text and photographs depict four major aquariums, describing how they are able to recreate various aquatic environments for many species of life.

Christopher Columbus

From Vision to Voyage

by Anderson, Joan & Ancona, George

Traces the life of Columbus from his being a merchant in Genoa through his accomplishments as a navigator, mapmaker, and explorer.

City! Washington, D.C.

by Climo, Shirley & Ancona, George

Describes the building, history, and significant sights of Washington, D.C.

City! New York

by Climo, Shirley & Ancona, George

Introduces the history, geography, cultural life, and attractions of the city known as the Big Apple.

Mom Can't See Me

by Alexander, Sally J. & Ancona, George

A nine-year-old girl describes how her mother leads an active and rich life despite being blind.