My Italian Heritage: An Illustrated Glossary of Words in Lyric Poetry Capturing the Essence of Being Italian

By Barbara Feltquate

My Italian Heritage is a charming and sophisticated illustrated children’s book written in lyric poetry that describes the substance and uniqueness of being Italian. It is appropriate for age group four to eight or early readers who are curious-minded and drawn to bright vibrant colors and illustrations that tell their own story. It is an interactive children’s book meant to create an engaging reading experience for a child and reader. It creates an opportunity for family members to share stories of their own childhood while imparting the fundamentals of their family traditions. It can be used as an interfaith teaching vehicle to educate all children in a religion, nationality, or traditions different from their own. The reader and child will take an interesting journey through Italy’s geography, landmarks, churches, famous scientists and artists, holidays, family, foods, sports, and language, lending itself to meaningful discussion.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Jan 24, 2020
• ISBN: 9781796079234

Barbara Feltquate

Barbara Feltquate is a cool grandmother with a knack for connecting to kids whether by enthralling them throwing a spiraling football or by spinning imaginative tales. Her spiritual side resonates with all ages and genders who find comfort and validation in her uplifting poetry. After a career in Health Care Management, retirement offered her the time and opportunity to fulfill her desire to write. Combining her creativity, her love for children, and her concern for nature, “Be Kind to the Environment” took on wings. A primer, a good beginning for curious minds to explore the vocabulary of the environment. Children can have fun learning while having an awareness of their surroundings. Early teaching can give a better understanding of nature and the options we can all choose to live in a kinder world.

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