As a Galápagueña, Valentina spends her days observing the natural world around her. This bilingual story was inspired by the childhood of Valentina Cruz, whose family was one of the first permanent inhabitants of the Galápagos. Valentina is now a biologist and naturalist guide who has dedicated her life to the conservation of the islands.
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Books for Hispanic Heritage Month
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Inspiring Lives: Hispanic Heritage
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Beach and Ocean, Geography and Cultures, Jobs People Have, Nature and the Environment, Science and TechnologyCountry:
Ecuador