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Legends of the Americas are highly illustrated stories that bring to life, through tales of wisdom, the respect for nature and the rich cultural heritage of every country in the American continent. An entertaining program that will captivate the interest of young readers. In addition to the story, each title contains a wealth of information about the country where it originated and comprehension questions. Developed with an international team of authors and illustrators, and is marketable to the trade and SCHOOL markets.
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				GRAY FEATHER AND THE BIG DOG-USA Written by Cesar Vidal, Illustrated by Pablo Torrecilla After weeks without finding game, Gray Feather's tribe has neither food nor hides to keep warm. In this captivating Native American legend, the Great Spirit comes to the rescue of his people by giving them the gift of the horse, that will help provide them with mobility and the ability to hunt.
				VOLADORES - MEXICO Written by Patricia Petersen, Illustrated by Sheli Peterson No one knows the origin of this legend, one of the oldest in Mexico. The four voladores symbolize the sun's rays shining on the four corners of the world and the flight of the voladores insures the continuation of the seasons and the sacred cycles of life.
				THE ENCHANTED ISLAND - PANAMA Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Ruth Araceli During Carnival, long ago, an enormous fish was stuck between the narrow borders of the Tuira river. People killed the fish and its remains were covered with vegetation. With time the place became an enchanted island and that is why the myth says that it is dangerous to bath on the island during Carnival.
				THE SUMPA GIANTS- ECUADOR Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Ana López Giants land in the Santa Elena peninsula where leads a cruel governor. The giants bring hope to the gentle people until they are proven wrong, and the battle for freedom begins.
				HOB THE RAVEN - GUATEMALA Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Alison Dubois The inhabitants of Nejab feed themselves with fruits and potatoes until Hob's appearance, a raven that plants corn grains in the fields. This beautiful legend from Guatemala traces the origin of corn, so abundant in our continent.
				THE MADREMONTE - COLOMBIA Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Jock MacRae An old lumberjack tells his son not to bring down more trees than necessary, because the Madremonte, protector of Nature will punish those that do not respect and care for it. A beautiful Colombian legend about ecology and conservation.
				THE GALIPOTE - DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Ana Lopez If you don't know the magic words, do not take a night stroll in the Dominican Republic or you might find yourself face to face with The Galipote. Who or what is Galipote is related in this funny myth of this colorful island.
				ATZIN - MEXICO Written by Patricia Petersen, Illustrated by Sheli Petersen An Aztec Legend about good fortune. The goldsmith's newborn son is to be blessed by Magali, the town's wise woman. She performs the rites of passage and mysterious offerings to the gods in an elegant Aztec house. Magali's grandchild Chispa is witness to the event and plays an important role in this poignant legend.
				TALE AND THE LOST SECRET- MEXICO Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Adrian Rubio When the fourth sun went dark there is no light or life on earth. The gods in the city of Teotihuacan met to create the fifth sun, and to decide which one will be in charge of such an important task. After many fights and sacrifices the arrogant Tecuzistecatl will become the Moon and the humble Nanahuatzin the Fifth Sun or the Sun of Movement. This wonderful Mexican legend shows how the days and nights were created giving life to human life on earth.
				THE SPIRIT OF THE MOUNTAIN Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Sheli Petersen In a small village hidden in the mountains of Bolivia live the few chosen families dedicated to create the colors used to die the wool from which the covers are made. This legend tells the origin of the genies that inspired their creative tasks. .
				THE SPIRIT OF THE MOUNTAIN Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Sheli Petersen In a small village hidden in the mountains of Bolivia live the few chosen families dedicated to create the colors used to die the wool from which the covers are made. This legend tells the origin of the genies that inspired their creative tasks. .
				THE CHIRUMA - GUATEMALA Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Vivi Escriva When people come to the Chisay River to destroy the natural habitat, Mother nature reacts by drying it up until a respectful young man humbly asks for permission to dip from its wealth and he is granted authorization.
				IRUPE, THE WATER ROSE - PARAGUAY Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Ruth Araceli In this Guarani legend, a yound man named Pita jumps into the Parana river to demonstrate his love for the vane Morati. Full of regrets the young princess jumps after him and both disappear in the bottom of the river. This is how according to the legend, the Irupe or waterrose was born.
				ITZA, THE BOY WHO RODE A JAGUAR Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Sheli Petersen In a small village hidden in the mountains of Bolivia live the few chosen families dedicated to create the colors used to die the wool from which the covers are made. This legend tells the origin of the genies that inspired their creative tasks. .
				THE GIANT SNAKE Written by Raquel Benatar, Illustrated by Adrian Rubio In a small village hidden in the mountains of Bolivia live the few chosen families dedicated to create the colors used to die the wool from which the covers are made. This legend tells the origin of the genies that inspired their creative tasks. .