A Day in the Philippines – Bilingual English / Filipino Children's Book

Join six-year-old Maya on a wonderful journey through a typical day in her homeland, the Philippines! A Day in the Philippines is a bilingual children's book written in both English and Tagalog (Filipino), making it an ideal choice for children ages 4–8 to discover Filipino culture or connect with their heritage.
Key Features & Highlights
Engaging Storyline: Follow Maya from a warm family breakfast of sinangag (garlic fried rice) and sweet mangoes, to a vibrant jeepney ride, a bustling palengke market, learning at school, playing patintero in the street, and listening to kuwento (stories) on the porch under the stars.
Core Cultural Values: Beautifully introduces foundational Filipino values including Pamilya (Family), Paggalang (Respect for elders), and Bayanihan (Community spirit and helping others).
Bilingual Format: Side-by-side English and Filipino text honours bilingual learning and builds cross-cultural connection.
Vocabulary Glossary Included: Features a "Filipino Words to Know" guide covering essential terms like Magandang umaga, Salamat, Sinigang, Adobo, and Mabuhay.
Product Details
Author: Anthony Lane
Publisher: Wishes Without Borders Co
Series: A Day In... Series
Target Audience: Ages 4–8
Language: English & Filipino (Tagalog) Dual Language