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5.0 out of 5 stars Calling the Doves, April 6, 2000
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This bilingual picture book tells the story of poet Juan Felipe Herrera's early years with his parents who were migrant farmworkers in California. Herrera's love for his poor hardworking parents is evident. The vibrant, vivid pictures by Elly Simmons combine with Herrera's Spanish/English text to make a delightful children's book that readers of all ages will enjoy!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A Bilingual Must, February 10, 2007
This review is from: Calling the Doves/El canto de las palomas (Paperback)
I am a teacher and find this story a great example of personal narrative for my students. It also connects well with students of today.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Vivid Migrant Story, July 30, 2007
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This review is from: Calling the Doves/El canto de las palomas (Paperback)
This is a wonderful biography of the author Juan Felipe Herrera. This story is told in narrative style through the eyes of young Felipe who was born in California to his Mexican parents. Felipe describes the warmth and love he recieves from both his mother and father. The illustrations are beautiful. The story is written in wonderful prose. Felipe tells us of his daily life in various migrant camps throughout California. I would definately read this aloud to 2nd through 4th graders. A good way to explain to younger children what life is like for a migrant family.
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Calling the Doves/El canto de las palomas
Calling the Doves/El canto de las palomas by Juan Felipe Herrera (Paperback - April 9, 2001)
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