This is a story about the living conditions of a refugee family in the times of World War 2. The story is very unique and inspirational, the language...moreThis is a story about the living conditions of a refugee family in the times of World War 2. The story is very unique and inspirational, the language is very clear and it conveys the feelings the author is trying to get along. I recommend this book if anyone is trying to introduce their child the concepts of war or refugee, or perhaps geography and its amazing power.(less)
The book has a very delicate and playful language. Both the story and the language are delightful. The story is about a lovely cat who shows to a pain...moreThe book has a very delicate and playful language. Both the story and the language are delightful. The story is about a lovely cat who shows to a painter real dedication to the values practiced on Buddhism. The book is an opportunity to know more about Buddhist symbolism and beliefs. Recommended age: 10 years old or more.(less)
Colorful, fun, amazing, playful, these are the ways in which Subcomandante Marcos narrates this amazing story about how gods found colors, and how col...moreColorful, fun, amazing, playful, these are the ways in which Subcomandante Marcos narrates this amazing story about how gods found colors, and how colors were spread around the world. The story is very enriching for the symbolism, and it expresses a Mesoamerican indigenous point of view about the unimaginable diversity that exists in the world. The story invites to see the world as a multicultural whole in which each color can find its inner beauty and admire the beauty of other colors around. And then, be like a macaw, who flies embracing all the colors she was given. The book has vocabulary that some people might find "controversial" for a children's book, like making love for example. I would share this book with 5 year old children or older. There is a note about the translation at the end that I found very helpful since there are some phrases that can be considered grammatically incorrect; despite that, the storytelling is clear and rich because it reflects the way in which people from Chiapas use the Spanish language.(less)
There are several morals in this story and this is why I like it so much. Plus, the illustrations are very bright and pretty. The story teaches about...moreThere are several morals in this story and this is why I like it so much. Plus, the illustrations are very bright and pretty. The story teaches about responsibility of our own actions, and the consequences of not being fully thoughtful when interacting with other people. It also teaches about the importance of being considered about other people's work, and all the effort they might have made. Similarly, there is a moral about how important it is to know where our food comes from. Suggested age: 6 and older.(less)
The story of this book is about these two cute birds going around the forest and having a very playful time while learning that there are no two alike...moreThe story of this book is about these two cute birds going around the forest and having a very playful time while learning that there are no two alike. Simple rhyming and clear language makes this book accessible for the very young. Recommended for the children who are learning to read.(less)
This rich and beautiful bilingual book is captivating in all the ways possible. The drawings and colors of the illustrations are gorgeous. The languag...moreThis rich and beautiful bilingual book is captivating in all the ways possible. The drawings and colors of the illustrations are gorgeous. The language is rich to the point of creating a multi-sensorial experience on every page. Gonzalez's story is successful in sharing and expressing the love and connection between humans and their natural environments, and I think this is a very important issue to address with children. Like a river, this story flows. One very small observation: It needs editing for the Spanish part. I wonder, was it originally written in English?(less)
This book does not inform children about the whole political issues around the violence between United States and the Middle East. What is more, it po...moreThis book does not inform children about the whole political issues around the violence between United States and the Middle East. What is more, it portrays Al Qaeda agents as "deadly" hijackers who are madly hateful for no special reason. To me, the most shocking phrase in the book is this one: "among their ordinary passengers were nineteen deadly men. They were followers of Osama Bin Laden, leader of an organization known as Al-Qaeda. The group hated America's power and influence." Hopefully some readers will ask themselves, what kind of power and influence are these that make people so angry at this country? Also, it is trying to be persuasive, specially this quote: "2973 people were dead, more than the numbers of Americans killed at Pearl Harbor or on D-Day." It is really sad that all this innocent people died that day, but if it really is about human solidarity, can people really imagine how many people have died from American imperialism around the world? Who's the real victim and who's the real terrorist? This book might influence American children to hate Afghan people for no reason. And by the way, "America" is a continent.(less)
The story about the life of Pablo Neruda is beautiful and moving. I think this book is complete because every element of it goes beyond the reader's e...moreThe story about the life of Pablo Neruda is beautiful and moving. I think this book is complete because every element of it goes beyond the reader's expectation: the language is very thoughtful and accessible, the illustrations are really unique and beautiful with words in Spanish and English, the message is inspiring. Recommended for age 8 or older.(less)
This is a beautiful and exiting story about the search of our origins. This little kid takes a very exciting adventure all alone to find where he come...moreThis is a beautiful and exiting story about the search of our origins. This little kid takes a very exciting adventure all alone to find where he comes from and what the reason of his being is. The illustrations are amazing! I totally enjoyed the richness of colors of this book. The sun is fundamental for Native American symbolism; this book is an opportunity for kids to explore symbolism from a different perspective. Suggested age: 6+.(less)
This book addresses very important social issues and demonstrates that children can also be involved in them. I recommend this book to every children...moreThis book addresses very important social issues and demonstrates that children can also be involved in them. I recommend this book to every children of every age, and I recommend having a discussion about words that appear in the story but the children might not have heard, like strike, union, etc. I think it is very important that the story is bilingual so it can be more accessible to Spanish speakers all over this country, and hopefully it reaches other countries.(less)
Very beautiful and inspiring story that makes the reader travel through time and find the rhythm of the Earth. The book talks about different periods...moreVery beautiful and inspiring story that makes the reader travel through time and find the rhythm of the Earth. The book talks about different periods of time in a very short story so I think this book should be used along with the study of African American history. The book also shares African descendents' cultural identity and invites to feel proud of this great musical heritage. Great book to read during pregnancy!(less)
This is a very nice introduction to the life of one of the greatest writers of our time. I think it is really important for every reader to know about...moreThis is a very nice introduction to the life of one of the greatest writers of our time. I think it is really important for every reader to know about the lives of authors, their experiences, and context, so their work becomes more significant. Very friendly language in both, Spanish and English, and beautiful illustrations. Recommended age: 7 years old and more.(less)
This is definitely a party of a book. What stand the most are the colorful illustrations that portray children reading their favorite books in the mos...moreThis is definitely a party of a book. What stand the most are the colorful illustrations that portray children reading their favorite books in the most beautiful places of their imagination. This voyage-like short story happens around the celebration of Children’s Day and Book’s Day. I think the celebration of literacy is a very important issue and this is a very creative way to present it. The author includes some suggestions about how to celebrate Children’s Day in every community. Suggested age: 3 years or older.(less)
"In memory of Earth's animals no longer here, and in praise of those that still survive" says the dedication of this beautiful book. This is the story...more"In memory of Earth's animals no longer here, and in praise of those that still survive" says the dedication of this beautiful book. This is the story from the perspective of wildlife about the atrocious impact of human appropriation of the rainforest. A jaguarundi and a coatimundi are thinking about leaving their home and look for a safer place to live. The human has destroyed the rainforest and has made pineapple fields on the land; as a result of this, the animals feel threatened and have a discussion about whether to leave or not. Every page delights the reader with rich illustrations of the rainforest animals who live with Rundi Jaguarundi. A total of seventeen animals are shown in the story, and at the end of the story there are some facts about each of them. I highly recommend this book to study about biology, conservation, and economy. Suggested age: 8 or older.(less)
Definitely one of my favorites. This lovely story about two male penguins who successfully raise a baby introduces the topic of sexual diversity in a...moreDefinitely one of my favorites. This lovely story about two male penguins who successfully raise a baby introduces the topic of sexual diversity in a very positive way. The story is inclusive and cheerful, the language is careful and the illustrations are very cute. This is an invitation to be open about diverse ways of love and parenting. I would share this with every child in every society. Suggested age: 4 or older.(less)
This a lovely story about Peter, a kid who soon will have a baby sibling coming to his life. Learning how to share is a matter of time. We all can lea...moreThis a lovely story about Peter, a kid who soon will have a baby sibling coming to his life. Learning how to share is a matter of time. We all can learn so much from Peter. Recommended age: 5 and more.(less)
I felt this book very difficult to read in different ways. The language was difficult because is was written more than one hundred years ago, and it i...moreI felt this book very difficult to read in different ways. The language was difficult because is was written more than one hundred years ago, and it is a language I am not familiar with. In terms of context, it felt difficult to understand and this is probably because of its age also. I wouldn't recommend this for children today.(less)
The story developed very slowly, and although I was listening to the audio version, it kind of felt boring most of the time, except for the parts when...moreThe story developed very slowly, and although I was listening to the audio version, it kind of felt boring most of the time, except for the parts when something exciting happens, like when they find a girl or when Thomas get ride of some Grievers. I really believe the story could be shortened, because sometimes it seems like the writer is trying to fill blanks with random, unimportant situations. The language is really strange; the times when the characters say "What the..." and "shuck-face" feels really weird; I am not sure if that kind of language has a meaningful purpose for the whole story, or if it's only trying to appeal teenagers. I would not recommend this book, since I didn't like it. There are better dystopian books that I would recommend, like 1984.(less)
I love stories that make a great job relating us to what we eat. This is a very nice story about the mythical origin of chocolatl and how sacred it is...moreI love stories that make a great job relating us to what we eat. This is a very nice story about the mythical origin of chocolatl and how sacred it is for the Mayan people. The illustrations are so beautiful and the ending is lovely but I really don't like stories where there is an evil character with animal name, because from my point of view it gives the animal bad reputation, etc. This is the case of the Jaguar in the Chocolate tree story.(less)
What I like the most about this collection of Mayan tales is that they feel real and greatly connected to everyday life events. Moreover, they show sp...moreWhat I like the most about this collection of Mayan tales is that they feel real and greatly connected to everyday life events. Moreover, they show special and intriguing relationships that occur between humans and other animals. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is very interested in knowing more about Mayan cosmology, morals, and their relationship with the environment. My favorite stories from this collection are "The curious mice," "Laziness should not rule us," and "The little boy who talked with birds."(less)
One of my favorites ever! This lovely book contains three beautiful zen stories within the main story of this amazing panda who lives right next to us...moreOne of my favorites ever! This lovely book contains three beautiful zen stories within the main story of this amazing panda who lives right next to us... Wisdom is everywhere!(less)
What a wonderful and thoughtful book! This story about a child and his grandfather having a great time exploring the rainforest and admiring its beaut...moreWhat a wonderful and thoughtful book! This story about a child and his grandfather having a great time exploring the rainforest and admiring its beauty and history will make a huge impact to all readers. Although it talks about a specific rainforest in Northern Australia, the story speaks to a universal reader, sharing the love for conservation of the rainforest of the world and traditional ways of living. I recommend it for everyone! and it can perfectly be used for an outdoors class, conservation studies, natural history, etc. With the hidden images in the rainforest, every child will have a blast!(less)
Definitely one of the most beautiful books I've ever read! A lovely dancing deer shows to a close-minded hunter that he cannot possibly bring or emula...moreDefinitely one of the most beautiful books I've ever read! A lovely dancing deer shows to a close-minded hunter that he cannot possibly bring or emulate the beauty and harmony of all the elements of nature in the human-made environment. The collages and drawings of this book are so wonderful! I recommend this book to children and adults of all ages!(less)
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