Amparo Medina

"Super Heroes Hidden Talents" is a bilingual English/Spanish flip book not just for children; it’s a colorful, vibrant, creative and spirited story inspired by an island and its reef in Carolina, Puerto Rico. The characters have a unique talent waiting to be discovered, explored or showcased. The reserve served as the inspiration for the book. The marine characters were based on children that Amparo knows or met through her experiences with the New York City educational system.

Enrique a young man who had little to lose chooses to go west and explore the unknown. He set out to find riches and wealth. However upon his return he brought no treasure, he brought something much more than riches. He found knowledge, perspective and a sense of freedom he had never known.

Caribbean culture is a fusion of influences from Spanish conquistadors, Taino and other indigenous peoples, and Africans who were brought as slaves to work on plantations. The influence of each group varies by region or island, with larger islands typically exhibiting a stronger African presence. Music plays a vital role in the culture, serving as a means to express both joy and sorrow. The African beat, Spanish guitar, and indigenous rhythms shape the cultural identity and help trace racial...