Friday, October 9, 2026

Celebrate Puerto Rico!: The Island of Enchantment by Claribel Cora Rodríguez

Book Details: 

Title: Celebrate Puerto Rico: The Island of Enchantment 

Author: Claribel Cora Rodríguez

Publisher: Capstone Press

Release Date: January 1, 2027

Pages: 36

Reading Age: 8-12 years old  

Genre: Children's Nonfiction/Travel

Book Description:

Welcome to the Island of Enchantment! Young readers will become immersed in the natural beauty, colorful culture, and rich history of this treasured Caribbean territory. The diverse culture and traditions of Puerto Ricans are highlighted, giving readers a glimpse into their daily lives. Plentiful activities, including crafts and dances, bring the culture to life, and entertaining sidebars feature Puerto Rico's symbols, famous people, and more. An authentic-voice author provides credibility and genuine insight into the vibrant island territory.

My Thoughts: Fantastic

This fantastic book is packed with valuable information about Puerto Rico. The layout and format are easy to follow. Beautiful photographs, step-by-step instructions for activities, fun facts, a quiz, and a recipe greatly enhance the story. 

I shared the book with my grandson. He found it fascinating and learned a lot from reading it.

This would be a wonderful book for any classroom or home library, and I highly recommend it.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advance copy of this book. All comments and opinions are entirely my own and voluntary.

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About the Author: Claribel Cora Rodríguez

Claribel Cora Rodríguez was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in elementary education and her master’s degree in reading instruction from the University of Puerto Rico. She discovered her passion for children’s literature while in college, and has worked as a teacher for more than 10 years. Currently, Claribel teaches Spanish to fourth-grade students as part of a dual-language immersion program in Georgia. She loves working with her students’ families and helping them feel confident speaking and learning a second language. 

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