San Diego author teaches children about love, human and divine

Published: 2006-06-16

SAN DIEGO (CNS) -- "Yo te quiero mucho" is bound to become a family motto for anyone who reads "All the Muchos in the World: A Story About Love." That tag line is from author Diana Pastora Carson's own life. Though her mother was Spanish, the family spoke little Spanish at home because her brother had autism, and experts suggested that he might have difficulty learning to speak in a bilingual home. The family, however, did commonly use the phrase, "I love you all the muchos in the world." It was simply a way to express love, and became the catchphrase for her book. The 32-page book is written for children ages 5-8 and includes a Spanish pronunciation guide and glossary. Published by Pauline Books and Media, it costs $8.95. Illustrations by Ginny Pruitt feature small tokens of Hispanic culture woven into the background, and a helpful parrot who helpfully translates the Spanish words that appear throughout the text. Information about ordering the book is available on the Pauline Books and Media Web site, www. pauline.org, or by calling (617) 876-4463.

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