{"product_id":"the-filipino-in-me-celebrating-what-makes-us-proud-paperback","title":"The Filipino in Me: Celebrating What Makes Us Proud - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMartha Mina\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator), \u003cb\u003eMona Liza Santos\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Filipino in Me\u003c\/b\u003e is a warm and welcoming picture book that introduces young readers to cultural identity through everyday values rather than history lessons or definitions. The story focuses on what it means to be Filipino by highlighting family, respect for elders, kindness, resilience, and pride in one's roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe language is clear and accessible, allowing children to understand big ideas through familiar experiences. Instead of telling readers what culture is, the book shows it through actions, relationships, and shared traditions. This approach makes the message feel natural and easy to absorb, especially for younger audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat makes \u003cb\u003eThe Filipino in Me\u003c\/b\u003e stand out is its inclusive tone. While firmly rooted in Filipino culture, the story speaks to children from all backgrounds who are learning about belonging and self-worth. It encourages pride without comparison and celebrates heritage without excluding others. Readers are invited to appreciate where they come from while learning to respect the cultures around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe illustrations are bright and joyful, reinforcing the warmth of the text and helping bring cultural elements to life in a way that feels inviting rather than instructional. Together, the words and images create a comforting reading experience that supports conversation and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWell suited for classrooms, libraries, and family collections, \u003cb\u003eThe Filipino in Me\u003c\/b\u003e offers a gentle introduction to cultural identity. It reminds young readers that who they are and where they come from are both something to be proud of and something worth celebrating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.12 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53248573931827,"sku":"9781959805502","price":23.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/CI7jgM86jT9781959805502.webp?v=1776311975","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/the-filipino-in-me-celebrating-what-makes-us-proud-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}