Exploring Dominican Heritage: A Colorful Collection of Children's Books by Jasdomin Santana Joins CUNY DSI Library
09/11/2024
The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Library is thrilled to announce a special donation of nineteen books from the talented children's author Jasdomin Santana. This collection includes several of Santana's recent publications, showcasing her dedication to sharing Dominican culture and heritage with young readers. The donated titles reflect numerous stories, from cultural explorations to imaginative adventures. Some of the featured works include:
- Colors of Quisqueya
- Cinderalys La Princesa Dominicana
- Dominican ABCs
- My Mom is Dominican: Sayings from the Heart
- Gameress Squad
- Mangú con Los Tres Golpes: The School Adventures of Plantain, Salami, Fried Egg, and Fried Cheese
- The Galactic Güira: A Dominican Adventura in Space
- Dominican 123
- Frutas y Friends: Embracing Our Names
- Besa la Mano: Embracing Respect and Heritage
- Morir Soñando: The Dream Weaver
Each of these books offers a unique glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Dominican Republic, and of Dominicans living in the United States, combining engaging stories with valuable life lessons. We are immensely grateful to Jasdomin for this generous contribution, which will provide a fresh perspective for educators, researchers, and families exploring Dominican history, values, and language.
We invite our community to explore this vibrant collection at the CUNY DSI Library. We look forward to incorporating these works into future workshops and educational programs.
Jhensen Ortiz, Librarian
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