Description:
A delightful rhyming romp through the festivities of a small town's summer parade and celebration, written in English with Spanish words sprinkled throughout.
Brief description:
Susan Middleton Elya is the author of more than twenty-nine popular picture books for children, including Lee & Low's "Say Hola to Spanish" series and Home at Last. She has degrees in Spanish and elementary education, and she taught Spanish for many years. Elya is known for blending English and Spanish to create clever, lively, rhyming stories. A native of Iowa, she now lives in Danville, California. You can visit her online at susanelya.com.
Review Quotes:
* "Fun and vibrant festivities fill the pages of this bilingual, rhyming picture book... Lilting, bilingual stanzas match each vibrantly illustrated spread, and the expertly rhyming lines help reinforce pronunciation of the Spanish words. People of all backgrounds are portrayed enjoying the festivities together, filling the scenes with happiness and friendship that are sure to make young readers wish to be a part of this colorful world." -- Booklist, starred review
* "The book is a triumph for Elya and Aranda, whose rollicking rhymes and engaging pictures, respectively, portray different cultures sharing fun activities... A splendor for the senses even as it promotes togetherness and teaches a second language. A great addition to any library!" -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Notable Poetry and Verse Novels - National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)