Holy Mole!: A Folktale from Mexico [Hardcover]

Carline McAlister (Author), Czernecki (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 5 and up | Grade Level: K and up

When the Spanish viceroy comes for an unscheduled visit to the monastery, the cook goes into a frenzy. What will they feed this important ambassador to the king? Carlos, the orphan boy who works in the kitchen, tries to stay out of the way as lunch is hastily prepared, but his curiosity gets the best of him. His eagerness results in a moment of crisis, followed by what Brother Roberto can only assume is a miracle. This story, inspired by the Mexican folk tradition, explains the origins of mole, the popular national dish that combines chocolate with turkey, spices, and nuts.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: August House (December 21, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0874837758
• ISBN-13: 978-0874837759
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,365,882 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Delightful Introduction to Spanish, March 1, 2007

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L.J.M. (Greensboro, NC) - See all my reviews

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I read this delightful folk tale to my two daughters aged four and seven. They were excited to learn a few words of Spanish and now say "delicioso and rico" when they like a dish. We are planning on a trip to a Mexican restaurant to try some mole. I highly recommend this book.
L.M. Greensboro, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars Carlos, February 27, 2007

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Holy Mole!: A Folktale from Mexico (Hardcover)

I am 12 years old and I read this book to my younger sister, she absalutly loved it! She said she liked it because it had a happy ending and there were some Spanish words in it. Even though I am not in this books targeted age range, I think it is an awsome book, too.

5.0 out of 5 stars Holy Mole, February 26, 2007

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MMS (New Orleans, LA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Holy Mole!: A Folktale from Mexico (Hardcover)

This is a wonderful fable about the origin of mole sauce. The author captures the spirit of the little boy underfoot in the kitchen perfectly. Children who spend time in the kitchen with parents will have a special interest.