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Counting Ovejas
Sarah Weeks (2006) , 32 pages
Audience: Preschool
Category:
Animals
Bedtime Stories
Bilingual/Bilingue
Concept - Colors
Concept - Numbers
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Can you count? Can you count in Spanish? Read this bedtime book about a little boy who counts sheep. In this bilingual book, a little boy tries to get to sleep by counting differently colored sheep. Using different ways to get the sheep to go away, the bright pictures will keep the children from falling asleep.
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written by Emily W
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Siesta
Ginger Foglesong Guy (2005) , 32 pages
Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Bilingual/Bilingue
Multicultural
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This is a fabulous story that teaches children about colors by using everyday objects. A brother and sister introduce Spanish words like azul by saying things like mi mochila azul -- my blue backpack. The illustrations are vibrant and reminiscent of the children's culture.
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written by Emilia
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Sweet Dreams
Pat Mora (2008) , 32 pages
Audience: Toddlers Preschool
Category:
Bedtime Stories
Bilingual/Bilingue
New Books
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Grandma tucks the children in bed, kissing each one, shushing them and reminding that the bunnies, birds, kitten, and dog are sleeping. The stars are shining and the moon is smiling. Sweet dreams.
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written by Mollie
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What Can You Do With a Rebozo?
Carmen Tafolla (2008) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Bilingual/Bilingue
Families
Multicultural
New Books
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What is a rebozo? It's a traditional Mexican shawl that has many traditional and creative uses. Some women us it as a wrap to carry their baby and others use it to protect themselves from the rain. Of course, the best way to use a rebozo is to wear it around your shoulders as a beautiful adornment or to keep warm. This book is a celebration of the vibrant culture of Mexico and the many imaginative ways a young girl and her family use a traditional Mexican woven shawl. The illustrations are lovely, informative and easy to understand.
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written by Emilia
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Let's Eat! ¡A comer!
Pat Mora (2008) , 28 pages
Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Bilingual/Bilingue
Families
Libros en Español
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Es el primer libro de la nueva serie llamada My Familia, Mi familia por Pat Mora y los lectores quedarán encantados. La mejor parte del día es comer juntos y esta familia lo hace con much cariño y humor. La familia no tiene mucho dinero pero son ricos en otras cosas. La cena consiste en una olla de frijoles, queso rallado y un cuenco de chile. También hay un montón de tortillas calientitas y una ensalada de lechuga. « ¡Cuánta comida!» dice Tina. «Somos ricos, ¿verdad, Papá?» Un cuento rico que le encantaráa todos.
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written by Emilia
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Let's Eat! ¡A comer!
Pat Mora (2008) , 28 pages
Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Bilingual/Bilingue
Families
Libros en Español
Multicultural
New Books
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Let's Eat! ¡A comer! is the first book in My Family, Mi familia, a new series by Pat Mora that is sure to be a hit. A close-knit family dines together and although they may not have much material wealth, they feel very rich. The family enjoys beans and tortillas, a bowl of grated cheese, a bowl of green chile, and a green salad. "Look at all the food! We're rich, aren't we, Dad?" the boy asks his father. "Yes," responds the father, after looking around at his family. "We're rich." This is an endearing book that reminds us to be happy for what we have.
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written by Emilia
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Yum! mmmm! que rico! : Americas' sproutings
Pat Mora (2007) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Bilingual/Bilingue
Gardening
Libros en Español
Multicultural
Poetry
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This new book is true to its title. It is a delicious compilation of haikus written by Pat Mora and beautifully illustrated by Rafael López. Each two-page spread features a different food such as corn, potatoes, and blueberries. The book features a short historical background on the food's origin, followed by a sweet haiku. The illustrations are large and colorful and complement the poems. Did you know that pumpkins were native to Central America? Or that Native Americans wove mats of dried pumpkin strips and roasted pumpkin slices to eat? These are some of the things you will learn from this very attractive book of short poems.
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written by Emilia
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Papa and Me
Arthur Dorros (2008) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Bilingual/Bilingue
Families
Multicultural
New Books
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This story is about the close relationship between a father and son. At the heart of that relationship is the love they have for each other and the rich language they share. They converse fluidly between Spanish and English fully encompassing the beauty of both languages. The illustrations by Rudy Gutierrez do a fabulous job of depicting the strong bond between father and son. The book is written in English with splashes of Spanish here and there. A beautiful book that is sure to touch the hearts of everyone.
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written by Emilia
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Moon Rope
Lois Ehlert (1992) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Animals
Bilingual/Bilingue
Folklore
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Fox wants to go to the moon. He tries to get his friend Mole to go with him. Mole refuses until he hears about the worms that are there. So with the help of a rope and their friends the birds, the two take off to the moon. This is an adaptation of a Peruvian folktale. The illustrations are bold and beautiful.
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written by Emilia
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The Storyteller's Candle
Lucia Gonzales (2008) , 30 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Bilingual/Bilingue
Families
Historical
Libros en Español
Multicultural
Neighborhoods / Communities
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Pura Belpre brings hope to Hildamar and Santiago when she visits their classroom one afternoon. When Pura Belpre tells them that she is the new Spanish-speaking librarian at the library near their home, they can hardly wait to tell their parents and their Aunt Maria. What impresses the children even more is that like them Pura Belpre is also from Puerto Rico. The children spread the news to the entire neighborhood and soon the library is filled with people from the island who are eager to hear the storyteller's stories and folktales. Pura brings to New York the traditions the people left behind and helps them feel comfort in their new home.
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written by Emilia
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