08/04/2026
📚🗣️As part of our August 16th Open House we welcome Children’s Storytime & Activity “La Cocina de Mina / Mina’s Kitchen” presented by Dr. Griselda Maldonado! Included FREE with Open House Admission, paid at gate
Book Summary: This heartwarming bilingual children’s book follows Abuelita as she lovingly prepares a variety of traditional Mexican dishes in her kitchen. As she cooks, young readers are introduced to numbers one through ten, vibrant vegetables, rich colors, and cultural foods found in the mercado and at family gatherings. Through rhythmic, repetitive text in English and Spanish, the story celebrates language, family traditions, and the joy of cooking together. It invites children to count, learn new vocabulary, and connect with their heritage while honoring the warmth and love of an abuelita’s kitchen.
La Cocina de Mina
Resumen del libro: Este conmovedor libro infantil bilingüe acompaña a la abuelita mientras prepara con cariño diversos platos tradicionales mexicanos en su cocina. A través de la historia, los pequeños lectores descubren los números del uno al diez, verduras llenas de color, tonalidades vibrantes y alimentos típicos que se encuentran en el mercado y en las reuniones familiares. Con un texto rítmico y repetitivo en inglés y español, el relato celebra el lenguaje, las tradiciones familiares y la alegría de cocinar en compañía. Invita a los niños a contar, aprender nuevo vocabulario y conectar con sus raíces, al tiempo que rinde homenaje a la calidez y el amor que se viven en la cocina de una abuelita.
Biography: Dr. Griselda Maldonado grew up in Santa Ana, where her love for community, culture, and diversity was deeply rooted. She earned her Bachelor’s, two Master’s degrees, and Doctorate in Educational Leadership from California State University, Fullerton. Dr. Maldonado has served as an elementary dual immersion teacher and school administrator, driven by a commitment to culturally affirming education. She is passionate about ensuring children see their heritage reflected in literature and preserving the Spanish language through bilingual books.
