Cuba

by Deborah Kent

Despite its relatively small size, the island nation of Cuba has often played a major role in global politics. Readers will explore the country's fascinating and sometimes tumultuous history as they tour its beautiful beaches, rugged mountains, and bustling cities. They will also be immersed in Cuba's rich culture, from its delicious cuisine to its many contributions to the arts.

144 pages, Unknown Binding

First published September 1, 2015

About the author

Deborah Kent was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, and grew up in nearby Little Falls. She graduated from Oberlin College and received a master's degree from Smith College School for Social Work. For four years, she was a social worker at University Settlement House on New York's Lower East Side. In 1975, Ms. Kent moved to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, where she wrote her first young-adult novel, Belonging. In San Miguel, Ms. Kent helped to found the Centro de Crecimiento, a school for children with disabilities. Ms. Kent is the author of numerous young-adult novels and nonfiction titles for children. She lives in Chicago with her husband, children's author R. Conrad Stein, and their daughter, Janna.

Reviews

[Gina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Information is pretty well-organized into short, easily digestible chapters. Because of the chapter divisions, some things repeat, but not too badly.

The photos are enticing, and I appreciate the breadth of the information.

[Fangyuan Ren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Politics has such a strong impact on a countries health, the disturbing history of slavery and colonialism was sad to read through, but I appreciate the author putting together all the relevant historical events to gives readers a good background of Cuban culture. Hope the economic conditions improves for the Cuban people.

[Alexis · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice solid children's book about Cuba.

[Joan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Children's nonfiction from the Enchantment of the World series.

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good series. Good country overview for upper elem or middle.