Friday, October 28, 2011

Fiesta Babies


Fiesta Babies.  Carmen Tafolla.  Illus. by Amy Córdova.  Berkley: Tricycle Pres, 2010.  24 pages.  $12.99 (Hardcover).  ISBN 978-1-58246-319-3.  Grades PreK-K.  English with some Spanish.

“Fiesta Babies go out on the town” in this rhythmic, rhyming tale of cultural celebration. The multi-cultural Fiesta Babies dress for the occasion wearing coronas, eat party food like salsa, and dance the cha-cha in style to mariachi music. Award winning Mexican-American poet Carmen Tafolla spreads the fun of fiestas through the enjoyment of children of all colors from around the world. The vibrant, colorful pictures of Pure Belpré Honor winner Amy Córdova bring the story to life as readers see details from a variety of cultures and get to participate in the party. The incorporation of Spanish words is seamless and natural, and their meanings are made clear with the corresponding illustrations. A glossary is provided for further clarification and background. Fiesta Babies is an excellent way to introduce culture to young readers. Recommended.

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