The Frog and His Friends Save Humanity/La Rana y Sus Amigos Salvan a la Humanidad

by Victor Villaseñor, Jose Ramfrez (Illustrator)

It's the Spring of Creation, and all of the animals are busy doing what they do best. There was no confusion. But suddenly, a strange, furless, shell-less creature appears in their midst and the animals are mystified by the strange being. The bear knew that this creature would not be as strong, the deer knew it would not be as fast, and even the grasshopper knew it was not going to hop and screech like him. What follows is a raucous debate about what to do with the helpless being. Eat the creature? Defend the creature? Leave it to fend for itself in the forest? The fate of humanity rests in the paws and wings of the animal community. Acclaimed author Victor Villaseñor returns, once again, to capture a traditional children's tale for a new generation. In fresh, colloquial prose Villaseñor's second children's book echoes the oral tradition, as he recalls a story that his mother told him as a child. Brought to life by bold illustrations, this playful fable celebrates the relationship between humans and the animals in the natural world.

32 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2005

About the author

Victor Villaseñor is an acclaimed Mexican-American writer, best known for the New York Times bestseller novel Rain of Gold. Villaseñor's works are often taught in American schools. He went on to write Thirteen Senses: A Memoir (2001), a continuation of Rain of Gold. His book Burro Genius: A Memoir (2004) describes his life. The author has received awards and endorsements, including an appointment to serve as the founding Steinbeck Chair at Hartnell College and the National Steinbeck Center in Salinas, from February 2003 to March 2004.

Reviews

[Neil Doherty · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want more bilingual Spanish English books. I’d love it in Audible.

[Ueva · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another charming folktale that I would recommend to children and adults alike. I would especially recommend it to anyone who is fascinated with Indigenous folklore.

[Priscilla · Rating 5 out of 5]

My girls 4 & 5 loves his stories