We are hosting a special bilingual story h our with local author Norma Jeanet Porras\, who will be reading her Spanis h and English language children's book \;Amariz and the Ca ts/Amariz y los Gatos!
\nThis is an interactive experi ence where we explore the importance of nature and essential values throug h storytelling\, conversation\, and a few fun drawing activities.
\nThis program is geared toward children in Kindergarten through 5th Grade.& nbsp\;
\nQuestions? Email grandstreet@hobokenlibrary.org.
\nABOUT THE AUTHOR
Norma Jeanet is a Colombian children&rsquo\;s book author w
ho has dedicated her career to education K through 12. After migrating to
the United States in 2013\, Norma continued to practice her teaching vocat
ion\, focusing on teaching Spanish to children under 5 years old. After wo
rking with English-speaking families interested in a bilingual environment
for their children\, she felt the need to write children&rsquo\;s stories
that addressed the importance of bilingualism and values such as respect
for nature and the environment\, family love\, and the value of childhood
and communication.