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The Adventures of Tony the Turtle: La Familia "The Family"
Bilingual / Counseling 2nd Edition
By Javier Rene Solis
ISBN-13: 978-1491864104
"Tony is a turtle, who along with his family, have a special feature. They all have colorful shells! He and his family live, work, and play just like any other normal turtle family. Well, maybe not exactly... Enjoy them as they whistle, dance, outsmart wild animals, and even use computers! Until one day they decide that they must leave their home for a new land far away to begin a new life. There is lots of fun, adventure, and learning to be discovered. You will encounter even more adventure, excitement, and even danger on the sequel La Jornada “The Journey” as they travel though forests, rivers, and deserts to that distant and unfamiliar village called Pera Espinada / Prickly Pear where they will call home. This book is the 2nd Edition is bi-lingual with complete translation from English to Spanish with a more literal rather than dynamic style for learning purposes. There are also pages focused on study /discussion questions so parents, teachers, and counselors can address behaviors, attitudes, and positive character traits with children or students. Don’t fall off the edge of your seat as Tony the Turtle waddles and whistles his way into your hearts with crazy adventure, laughter and learning."
La Familia "The Family" The Adventures of Tony the Turtle
By Javier Rene Solis
ISBN-13-9880770074082
Tony is a turtle and he and his family have a special feature. They have colorful shells! He and His family live, work, and play just like any other normal turtle family. Well maybe not exactly.. Enjoy them as they whistle, dance, outsmart wild animals, and even use computers! Until one day they decide that they must leave their home for a new land far away to begin a new life. It is elementary level reading with selected phrases sprinkled throughout that are translated into Spanish. It is colorful, fun, and has family values at it's core. Enjoy the first adventure!
La Jornada "The Journey" The Adventures of Tony the Turtle
By Javier Rene Solis
ISBN-13: 978-1452077406
This book is the sequel to La Familia "The Family" The Adventures of Tony the Turtle. The first book left you hanging now join in on the fun, adventure, danger, and even unexpected romance on this sequel. You will meet odd characters like Beto the Beaver, Lazaro Lagarto (Alligator Larry) who actually tries to eat the raft and everyone on it! Well I get ahead of myself! It is a journey to a new land to start a new life. They travel by river then they trudge through the desert with their guide Arnoldo Armadillo, who is a wannabe cowboy / hero type until they arrive at their destination, the village of Pera Espinada (Prickly Pear). It is higher English and Spanish translations into junior and senior high levels. Key themes are Family Values, Perseverance, and Self-Respect. Rene Lopez did a fantastic job with the illustrations that add in telling the story.
Faith To Dream Big
Biography of Ramon Villarreal Sr.
By Javier Rene Solis
ISBN-13: 978-1468555820
This is a real story about a Hispanic man who despite suffering and discrimination, persevered and made his American dream come true! Situated mostly in deep South Texas along the Mexican border, Mr. Ramon Villarreal Sr. through his faith in God and hard work goes from poverty and obscurity to prominence and prosperity. This book is a recipe and study of good old-fashioned values, diligent hard work, and how to put God first in our lives in our family life, business endeavors, and in our culture and society. There are cultural, historical, and inspirational themes.
Song: Si Se Puede / Yes I can (Fredo's Song)
Written and sung by Javier Rene Solis
Title track to the short film Pulga Wars. It is a country song relating to the protagonist "Fredo" and his plight in dealing with his anger issues. Eloy Fernandez on 12 string and electric guitars and Rodrigo Guzman on piano, organ, and bass do an excellent job.
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