"U is for umaga, the end of the night--when Mama kisses me good
morning, and dark becomes light."
My First Book of Tagalog introduces preschool children to the Tagalog
language--also known as Filipino--the national language of the
Philippines, which has been influenced by both Spanish and English.
Important everyday words in Filipino culture are presented in a playful
and approachable ABC structure that makes learning fun and easy. Studies
have shown that kids this age are developing language skills at a rapid
rate--learning new words is a snap for them!
The catchy rhymes in this book reinforce learning, and children will be
delighted by the charming Filipino kids they meet on each and every
page. An introduction to the sounds of Tagalog along with notes on the
Filipino language and culture provide a positive learning experience for
both youngsters and parents.
An introduction to the sounds of Tagalog words, along with kid-friendly
notes on linguistics and culture throughout, makes learning to speak
Tagalog a positive experience.