More information about the Pequeña the Burro Teaching Guide

Grades K-4

Explore the uniqueness of every student's cultural inheritance.

Anyone can feel like a run-of-the-mill sort of person without anything special to offer. Show your class how a look at where they've come from can give them a new perspective on where they can go.

When Pequeña is feeling ordinary and inadequate because she is "only a burro," a wise friend reminds her that being a burro is a great gift. He recalls the strength, the steadfastness, the capacity for work that were the burro's important contributions to the building of Mexico. With a clearer vision of who she is, Pequeña transforms doubt into determination. She will inspire students to do the same.

Set in Mexico City, Pequeña's story will take students on a festive tour of Chapultepec Park — a cultural treasure since the time of the Aztecs — and to the historical heart of the city for the Día de la Independencia parade. The comprehensive teaching guide aids you in the continued exploration of Mexico's rich culture — from Mayan mathematics to amazing maize — and students' own diverse heritages. Pequeña the Burro will help you

• Promote an appreciation of diverse heritages
• Introduce information about Mexico's history and culture
• Explore the contributions of Mexicans and Mexican-Americans to life in the United States

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What others think about Pequeña the Burro

"... a delightful story about self-esteem... featuring a snappy Mexican flavored soundtrack..."
—Video Librarian