Grandmother's Nursery Rhymes ANNOTATION
A collection of traditional South American nursery rhymes in both Spanish and English.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
"Always quiet,
Always blinking,
by day sleeping,
at night winking."
What is it?
Grandmothers and grandfathers, uncles and aunts, parents and friends--everyone can share these rhymes, riddles, and lullabies with little children.
This bilingual collection introduces young children to the sounds of two languages. The verses work in both English and Spanish: read the poems in English to trip the tongue or tickle your fancy; read them in Spanish to practice rolling "r's"--or just sound out the syllables for the fun of it.
Nelly Jaramikllo's spirited text is matched by Elivia's warm, whimsical illustrations. Perfect for bedtime, learning time, or playtime, this collection will satisfy curious children every time.
Answer: the stars
FROM THE CRITICS
School Library Journal
PreS-Gr 2-This delightful book blends English and Spanish texts with fanciful watercolor-and-ink illustrations. The parallel versions of these lullabies, tongue twisters, and riddles from South America take advantage of word play in both languages. While based on the author's childhood in Colombia, the verses convey universal childhood themes. Perfect for family sharing, especially where children are helping their parents learn English as a second language.-Carole D. Fiore, State Library of Florida, Tallahassee
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