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A bilingual Book for children Flowers in Mexico brings together all the different ways in which flowers are important and useful in our lives. It takes children from the practical uses of flowers to the festivities and seasons where they bring gifts of colors, smells and tastes, help us mark time and show affection. Looking at flowers in this way makes us look at all of nature and its wondrous beauty and richness. An Aztec poem which talks about the interconnectedness of all living beings helps make a call for the protection of natural spaces. Finally, thematic teaching activities provide numerous ideas for teachers and parents who wish to explore the world of flowers with the children. Las flores en México reúne todas las formas diferentes en que las flores son importantes y útiles en nuestras vidas. El libro lleva a los niños a ver los usos prácticos de las flores, a fijarse en los días festivos y las épocas del año en que éstas aparecen, y a apreciar cómo nos traen regalos de colores, olores y sabores, ayudándonos a marcar el tiempo y a mostrar afecto. Al mirar a las flores de esta manera, vemos a la naturaleza entera, con su extraordinaria belleza y riqueza. Un poema azteca que habla de la interconexión entre todos los seres vivos, nos ayuda a hacer un llamado por la protección de los espacios naturales. Finalmente, las actividades educativas temáticas al final del libro, proveen numerosas ideas para padres y maestros que deseen explorar el mundo de las flores con los niños.

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Flowers in Mexico brings together all the different ways in which flowers are important and useful in our lives. It takes children from the practical uses of flowers to the festivities and seasons where they bring gifts of colors, smells and tastes, help us mark time and show affection. Looking at flowers in this way makes us look at all of nature and its wondrous beauty and richness. An Aztec poem which talks about the interconnectedness of all living beings helps make a call for the protection of natural spaces. Finally, thematic teaching activities provide numerous ideas for teachers and parents who wish to explore the world of flowers with the children. EVELYN ARON is an environmental educator, writer and composer of children's songs. She has developed educational materials for children and adults. She lives in Cuernavaca, Mexico, a city where there are many flowers. JACQUELINE GARCIA is a visual artist and illustrator. She was born in Mexico City and now lives in Zurich, Switzerland, a city where flowers and nature are appreciated and well cared for.

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