"Malinam-nam-nam: Opposites in Filipino" is a delightful journey through Filipino food, where every page serves up a flavorful lesson in opposites!
From hot "mainit" bowls of nilaga to cold "malamig" halo-halo, and sweet "matamis" taho to sour "maasim" sinigang, children will explore the vibrant flavors and rich culture of the Philippines while learning key Filipino words for opposites.
Filled with playful illustrations of beloved Filipino dishes, this book is perfect for young readers curious about language, culture, and the love language of food. Whether you're big "malaki" or small "maliit," every reader will savor this book.
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Jocelyn “Joy” Francisco, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and writer and publisher of Little Yellow Jeepney. As a parent, Joy was inspired to write and self publish the book Little Yellow Jeepney and subsequent Filipino children’s books Oh My Kulay!, Isa, Dalawa, Tatlo...Ito Ay Obalo!, Abakada, and Pamilya Ko. The books are colorful and bright, with themes of family, food, and shapes, and include both English and Tagalog. The books introduce basic Filipinx language to help preserve the Filipinx culture and language, while reinforcing a sense of identity.
