Grandpa Lolo's Matanza: A New Mexico Tradition

by Nasario Garcaia and Nasario García

Book Overview

The "matanza" is a living tradition in New Mexico. A matanza is a whole pig roast that feeds the entire village in the winter. The story of the autumn matanza is suitable for children. The matanza in New Mexico was a way for families and friends to get together over really good food. This is the story of a family through the eyes of Junie Lopez - an excited eight year old and the experience of a family matanza. NASARIO GARCIA is an award-winning author...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1936744473
• ISBN13: 9781936744473
• Release Date: January 2016
• Publisher: Rio Grande Books
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7