Cuba 15

Written by Nancy Osa. (Delacorte Press, 2003).

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About

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Cuba 15 humorously and poignantly tells the story of Violet Paz, as she prepares unwillingly for her quinceañera, the traditional Latina 15th birthday celebration. Her journey into self-discovery leads her to truly value and understand her Cuban heritage for the first time.

Awards Won

Title Year
Belpré Medal image Pura Belpré Award

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The Pura Belpré Award, established in 1996, is presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth.
2004 - Honor(s)