Hispanic/Latin@ Books
Title: Isabel’s Car Wash
Author: Shelia Bair
Illustrator: Judy Stead
Copyright Date: 2008
ISBN #: 0780807536520
Description: This book focuses on a young girl named Isabel who really wants to buy a new doll, but doesn’t have enough money saved to get it. She decided to hold a car wash in order to save money, but runs into a problem while doing so. She needs five dollars to purchase special equipment for the car wash. Isabel decides to ask her friends to loan her a dollar each in order to cover to cost, and promises to pay them back. Read to find out if Isabel’s car wash is a success!
Would I use the Book?: Yes
I would use this book in my classroom. The book shows the importance of managing money which is something that everyone in our world deals with at some point.
Author: Shelia Bair
Illustrator: Judy Stead
Copyright Date: 2008
ISBN #: 0780807536520
Description: This book focuses on a young girl named Isabel who really wants to buy a new doll, but doesn’t have enough money saved to get it. She decided to hold a car wash in order to save money, but runs into a problem while doing so. She needs five dollars to purchase special equipment for the car wash. Isabel decides to ask her friends to loan her a dollar each in order to cover to cost, and promises to pay them back. Read to find out if Isabel’s car wash is a success!
Would I use the Book?: Yes
I would use this book in my classroom. The book shows the importance of managing money which is something that everyone in our world deals with at some point.
Title: Too Many Tamales
Author: Gary Soto
Illustrator: Ed Martinez
Copyright Date:1996
ISBN #: 0698114124
Description: A Mexican- American family prepares for their Christmas celebrations by rolling traditional tamales. Maria asks to wear her mother’s wedding ring and as she is making the tamales, the ring slip off her finger and into the food. Maria is too ashamed to admit to her mistake at first but once her family arrives, she opens up. The story ends with a heartfelt reminder of how supportive and loving families can be.
Would I use this book?: Yes
I would use this book in my classroom because it has beautiful illustrations. The illustrator also is careful to make sure that the characters look distinct from each other and have unique facial expressions. The book also gives great insight into the traditions and values of Mexican culture.
Author: Gary Soto
Illustrator: Ed Martinez
Copyright Date:1996
ISBN #: 0698114124
Description: A Mexican- American family prepares for their Christmas celebrations by rolling traditional tamales. Maria asks to wear her mother’s wedding ring and as she is making the tamales, the ring slip off her finger and into the food. Maria is too ashamed to admit to her mistake at first but once her family arrives, she opens up. The story ends with a heartfelt reminder of how supportive and loving families can be.
Would I use this book?: Yes
I would use this book in my classroom because it has beautiful illustrations. The illustrator also is careful to make sure that the characters look distinct from each other and have unique facial expressions. The book also gives great insight into the traditions and values of Mexican culture.
Title: Growing up with Tamales
Author: Gwendolyn Zepeda
Illustrated by: April Ward
Copyright Date: 2008
ISBN: 9781558854932
Description: This is the story of a sibling rivalry and the tradition of one family making tamales each Christmas. It is told from the perspective of Ana, the younger sister, who wishes to be just like her big sister. As the story goes on, Ana gets older, but so does her big sister. The story is written in both English and Spanish.
Would I use this book? Yes
I would use this book because I think a lot of students could relate to the feeling of wanting what another sibling gets to do or being jealous of someone else. The book is fun and also allows students to learn about another cultures Christmas tradition. Another plus is that it is in Spanish as well as English!
Author: Gwendolyn Zepeda
Illustrated by: April Ward
Copyright Date: 2008
ISBN: 9781558854932
Description: This is the story of a sibling rivalry and the tradition of one family making tamales each Christmas. It is told from the perspective of Ana, the younger sister, who wishes to be just like her big sister. As the story goes on, Ana gets older, but so does her big sister. The story is written in both English and Spanish.
Would I use this book? Yes
I would use this book because I think a lot of students could relate to the feeling of wanting what another sibling gets to do or being jealous of someone else. The book is fun and also allows students to learn about another cultures Christmas tradition. Another plus is that it is in Spanish as well as English!
Title: Papa and Me
Author: Arthur Dorros
Illustrator: Rudy Gutierrez
Copyright Date: 2008
ISBN #:9780060581565
Description: A young boy and his dad, who speak both Spanish and English, enjoy a day together having fun around the city.
Would I use this book? Yes
I would definitely use this book in my classroom, it would be perfect for father’s day or anytime. The illustrations are colorful and eye catching, and I loved the Spanish words mixed in with the English. A great way to introduce some Spanish vocabulary!
Author: Arthur Dorros
Illustrator: Rudy Gutierrez
Copyright Date: 2008
ISBN #:9780060581565
Description: A young boy and his dad, who speak both Spanish and English, enjoy a day together having fun around the city.
Would I use this book? Yes
I would definitely use this book in my classroom, it would be perfect for father’s day or anytime. The illustrations are colorful and eye catching, and I loved the Spanish words mixed in with the English. A great way to introduce some Spanish vocabulary!
Title: Bebe Goes Shopping
Author: Susan Elya
Illustrator: Steven Salerno
Copyright Date: 2006
ISBN #: 015205426X
Description: A mother and her baby go shopping at the grocery store, but everything the baby sees he grabs. Eventually mom finds him a sweet treat and everyone is happy.
Would I use this book? Yes
I would use this book as a fun read with younger (preschool) students. It is a simple story but includes good Spanish vocabulary words and would be relatable for young students.
Author: Susan Elya
Illustrator: Steven Salerno
Copyright Date: 2006
ISBN #: 015205426X
Description: A mother and her baby go shopping at the grocery store, but everything the baby sees he grabs. Eventually mom finds him a sweet treat and everyone is happy.
Would I use this book? Yes
I would use this book as a fun read with younger (preschool) students. It is a simple story but includes good Spanish vocabulary words and would be relatable for young students.
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