Abuela (Spanish Edition) [Mass Market Paperback]

Arthur Dorros (Author), Sandra Marulanda Dorros (Translator)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 1997 | Age Level: 3 and up | Grade Level: P and up

While riding on a bus with her grandmother, a little girl imagines that they are carried up into the sky and fly over the sights of New York City.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Daydreaming, Rosalba imagines that she and her grandmother take an airborne journey over Manhattan. Splendid collages transform the city into a rich mosaic of buildings, people, and places. Also available in English.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Language Notes

Text: Spanish
Original Language: English --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Mass Market Paperback: 40 pages
• Publisher: Puffin; Spanish edition (July 1, 1997)
• Language: Spanish
• ISBN-10: 0140562265
• ISBN-13: 978-0140562262
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.1 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #559,486 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Arthur Dorros is a real-life papa. He learned Spanish while living in Latin America and helped teach his son, Alex, the language. One of Alex's first words was "agua," and Arthur called him "Agua Man."
Arthur Dorros is the author of many books for children, including JULIO'S Magic, a CLASP Amaricas Award Commended Title, and the popular Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science book Ant Cities. He lives in Seattle, Washington.

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars Un libro hermoso!, May 19, 2011

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PSS "PSS" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Abuela (Spanish Edition) (Mass Market Paperback)

There are few books in Spanish that are as authentic as this one. The colors, the drawings, the relationships, and the story reflect our culture so well. It is a great introductions into the wonderful Latin American tradition of incorporating fantasy into stories -- it leaves you wondering is this real or is this a dream? If you speak Spanish, I strongly recommend you buy the Spanish edition.

5.0 out of 5 stars love it!, February 6, 2010

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L. Grillo "happy mommy" (Charlotte, NC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Abuela (Spanish Edition) (Mass Market Paperback)

I really like this book. I got it to read to my daughter so that she is reminded of her grandma who lives over 700 miles away in FL. I like it because I can relate to it. Although I was not born in the Caribbean islands that is where my family is from. It is a great read to enhance her development.

5.0 out of 5 stars Family Favorite, April 10, 2007

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J. Hartman - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Abuela (Spanish Edition) (Mass Market Paperback)

We have had this book for a few years now and it is one of our favorites. The writing is simple and full of Spanish words that kids can easily relate to on an everyday level. The illustrations are bright, creative and full of wonder. Rosalba and her Abuela,(grandma), go flying through air over New York City seeing the sights from a birds eye view. As they go along, they speak a little Spanish and describe what they are seeing. It is really a wonderful way to introduce a few Spanish words and see some colorful illustrations too. Enjoy!