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The Puerto Rican librarian who brought Juan Bobo to New York

Pura Belpré brought Puerto Rican stories, Spanish-language services and bilingual storytelling to New York libraries.

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  • The American Library Association describes Pura Belpré as a librarian, storyteller and author who preserved and shared Puerto Rican folklore with children.
  • The Pura Belpré Award bears her name; her stories and library work connected language, culture and access.
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ALA: Pura Belpré AwardALA: Pura Belpré manualSource packet / FuentesYouTube Short
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