Background
Angel Vigil was born on September 15, 1947, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.
Angel received Bachelor's degree from University of Kansas.
(Based on folktales, animal fables, cultural holiday celeb...)
Based on folktales, animal fables, cultural holiday celebrations, and historical figures and events, these 14 scripts allow actors and audience members to directly experience the cultural heritage and wisdom as represented in engaging dramatic events. The reproducible scripts can be used in classrooms, for school assemblies, or for special events. Perfect for social studies, literature, drama, and multicultural units in schools, the scripts will also appeal to community youth programs and summer arts and drama camps. Short, simple, and easy to produce, these plays are appropriate for students in elementary grades through junior high.
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(This beautiful tapestry of traditional tales, history, fo...)
This beautiful tapestry of traditional tales, history, folk arts, and dance offers you a glimpse into the living legacy of Mexican folklore. After an overview of Mexico's history from the Mesoamerican indigenous era to modern times, Vigil explores the fascinating traditions of Oaxacan wood carving, Huichol bead and yarn art, folk masks, folklorico dance costumes, and Mexican folklore. A collection of tales follows, including classic tales, pourquoi creation tales from native people of pre-Hispanic Mexico, and tales from the Spanish colonial era of Mexican history-trickster tales, adventure and wonder stories, and animal fables. Lively reading for older students and adults, the tales may also be used for read-alouds with younger students. With 15 of the 44 tales presented in Spanish as well as in English, this is an excellent resource for Spanish classes and for Spanish-speaking readers. The fascinating background material also makes the book an excellent source for reports and research.
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(Cultural and artistic traditions of the Hispanic Southwes...)
Cultural and artistic traditions of the Hispanic Southwest explored through stories, activities, music, and more. Cultural and artistic traditions of the Hispanic Southwest explored through stories, activities, music, and more.
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(Deeply rooted in American culture, lore, and history, cow...)
Deeply rooted in American culture, lore, and history, cowboys have shaped the imagination of generations of Americans-young and old. Presenting the development of cowboy and cattle culture from the days of Spanish colonial vaqueros to the days of the trail-drive cowboy, well-known writer and storyteller Angel Vigil shares the facts behind the myths of the American cowboy. Abundantly illustrated with photos and drawings, the book is organized into six broad thematic categories and uses a question-and-answer format to present the information. Packed with fascinating details and sources for further research, the book fills a gap in educational resources about cowboys as it is geared specifically toward upper elementary and middle school students.
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Angel Vigil was born on September 15, 1947, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.
Angel received Bachelor's degree from University of Kansas.
Angel has been a writer since 1994. He was a director of drama and chairperson of Department of Fine and Performing Arts in Colorado Academy, Denver. He also was a director of more than a hundred dramatic productions for schools, communities, and professional theaters. Angel was a featured storyteller for the folk art collection “Do Not Pass Me By: A Celebration of Colorado Folklife” in Colorado Council on the Arts.
(Based on folktales, animal fables, cultural holiday celeb...)
(This beautiful tapestry of traditional tales, history, fo...)
(Deeply rooted in American culture, lore, and history, cow...)
(Cultural and artistic traditions of the Hispanic Southwes...)