Vida: The Mice, the Cat, and the Alebrije

Description: In the vibrant city of Mousetepec, two brave mouse siblings, Vida and Mâaximo, confront a menacing cat with the help of a magical alebrije.

Brief description: Duncan Tonatiuh (toh-nah-tee-YOU) is an award-winning author-illustrator. He is both Mexican and American. He grew up in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, and graduated from Parsons School of Design and Eugene Lang College in New York City. His artwork is inspired by pre-Columbian art. His aim is to create images and stories that honor the past but are relevant to today's people, especially children. His books include A Land of Books, Feathered Serpent and the Five Suns, and Separate Is Never Equal. He currently lives in San Miguel with his family but travels in the United States often.

Review Quotes:

"The illustrations are vibrant and celebratory, reflecting the culture's love of color and filling each spread with energy and life. Sentences are short and accessible, yet the story remains creative and engaging--a notable achievement...A colorful bilingual must-have"