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Filipino friends

Travel to the Philippines without leaving home!

From the author of Filipino Children's Favorite Stories comes a book for young children that features a Filipino-American boy visiting the Philippines for the very first time. Each picture features soft watercolor illustrations and is labeled with English words and their Filipino translations. They also show readers both the similarities and differences between Western and Philippine lifestyles. Filipino Friends, perfect for Filipino-American's or those just interested in the culture, is indispensable in bridging the gap between the two cultures.

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Following the sweet multicultural children's story, kids will learn about Philippine customs and traditions, including:

Filipino festivals and celebrations

Traditional dress

Snacks and meals

Songs and games

The Filipino language—Tagalog—and more!

Audience
childrens
Length
short · 33 pages

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