Spanish-speaking people all over the United States celebrate the joyous Three Kings' Day every January sixth. Award-winning author Lori Marie Carlson brings the holiday to life in this engaging family story about three children who go from house to house in their neighborhood and reenact the journey of the Three Wise Men. Glowing oil paintings by Ed Martinez perfectly capture the warmth of this special holiday.
| ||||||||||||
Book Description
Editorial Reviews
From Publishers Weekly
Radiant oil portraits reflect the affection of a close-knit family and community in this fluid tale of the Latino celebration of Epiphany. Carlson draws on several traditionsAVenezuelan, Puerto Rican and MexicanAas she tells how one family commemorates the journey of the wise men, the children going door to door to ask where they can find the baby, then joining the procession through town. At home, there are gifts and feast day foods and, best of all, Anita finds the tiny clay doll inside the honey cake and is crowned reina, or queen, of the festivities. Ages 4-8. (Oct.)
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 2-Carlson has combined various observances of Spanish-speaking communities into one story. On the evening of January 5th, Anita and her two older brothers walk through the streets of their neighborhood dressed as kings. They go from door to door, looking for the baby Jesus. The young narrator explains, "On this holiday we visit friends and family to talk about and remember the journey of the Wise Men ." The text includes a sprinkling of Spanish words that flow smoothly and naturally throughout. The children spend the following day at home with their parents and relatives, opening presents and eating feast-day foods. Martinez's oil illustrations depict a warm, lively atmosphere and emphasize the youngsters' delight as they participate in the festivities. What is most appealing about this particular picture book is its unassuming presentation. Carlson keeps the story moving and does not allow the narrative to get bogged down in too many facts or details. She has found the perfect voice, a young girl who is excited by the unfolding events. This title may be used with Joseph Slate's The Secret Stars (Marshall Cavendish, 1998), which takes a magical approach to Epiphany.-M.M.H.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Product Details
Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
|
More About the Author
Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.
Customer Reviews
|
Share your thoughts with other customers:
|
||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Book for the Hispanic Community,
By Real Name TM (Chicago) - See all my reviews
Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?)
This review is from: Hurray for Three Kings' Day! (Library Binding)
We checked this book out at our local library (almost by accident), and once we read it, we had to order it from Amazon. It is one of the few books that accurately depicts the traditional celebrations of Dia de Los Reyes (Three Kings Day). The three children in the story walk from house to house asking if there is any room for them to stay (just as Mary and Joseph did before the birth of Christ). The youngest character, Anita, also leaves her shoes by her bed for the three kings to fill with presents and candy (also a tradition, not much unlike Santa leaving stuff in stockings), along with some grass and water for the camels that the kings ride in on (like leaving cookies and milk for Santa). Then later, the family all sits down to eat the Rosca de Reyes (ring shaped bread with a baby figurine baked in). If you are familiar with the celebrations, you will know what I am talking about and will be excited to share this with your children. And even if you have never celebrated Dia de los Reyes, this book is a good way to teach your children about different cultures and customs (this book does a great job explaining the reasons behind the traditions simply, and weaves it effortlessly into the narrative).
Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
|
|
What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?
Suggested Tags from Similar Products(What's this?)Be the first one to add a relevant tag (keyword that's strongly related to this product).
|
Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store
If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store.
Learn more
Customer Discussions
|
This product's forum
Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
|
Related forums
|
