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Abuela (English Edition with Spanish Phrases) (Picture Puffins) Paperback – Picture Book, May 1, 1997
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Come join Rosalba and her grandmother, her abuela, on a magical journey as they fly over the streets, sights, and people of New York City which sparkles below. The story is narrated in English, and sprinkled with Spanish phrases as Abuela points out places that they explore together. The exhilaration in Rosalba’s and Abuela's story is magnified by the loving bond that only a grandmother and granddaughter can share.
Also available in a Spanish-language edition (ISBN: 978-0-14-056226-2)
"A book to set any child dreaming...any reader can handle it, whether familiar with Spanish or not. It's just joyful."-The New York Times
* "A marvelous balancing of narrative simplicity with visual intricacy...the city is transformed into a treasure trove of jewels, dazzling the eye, uplifting the spirits."–The Horn Book (starred review)
* "Each illustration is a masterpiece of color, line, and form that will mesmerize youngsters...The smooth text, interspersed with Spanish words and phrases, provides ample context clues...a jewel."–Booklist (starred review)
"Dorros's text seamlessly weaves Spanish words and phrases into the English narrative, retaining a dramatic quality rarely found in bilingual picture books"—Publisher's Weekly
An ALA Notable Book
An NCSS-CBC Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
A Library of Congress Children's Book of the Year
An American Booksellers Pick of the Lists selection
A Booklist Editor's Choice
A Horn Book Fanfare Listing
Winner of the Parent's Choice Award
A Hungry Mind Review Children's Books of Distinction List selection
A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing selection
- Print length40 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade levelPreschool - 2
- Lexile measure510L
- Dimensions0.15 x 8.25 x 10.75 inches
- PublisherPuffin Books
- Publication dateMay 1, 1997
- ISBN-100140562257
- ISBN-13978-0140562255
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"A book to set any child dreaming...any reader can handle it, whether familiar with Spanish or not. It's just joyful."-The New York Times
* "A marvelous balancing of narrative simplicity with visual intricacy...the city is transformed into a treasure trove of jewels, dazzling the eye, uplifting the spirits."–The Horn Book (starred review)
* "Each illustration is a masterpiece of color, line, and form that will mesmerize youngsters...The smooth text, interspersed with Spanish words and phrases, provides ample context clues...a jewel."–Booklist (starred review)
"Dorros's text seamlessly weaves Spanish words and phrases into the English narrative, retaining a dramatic quality rarely found in bilingual picture books"—Publisher's Weekly
"Should prove useful not only for collections in which there is need for ethnic diversity, but also as enrichment for intellectually curious children who are intrigued by the exploration of another language."--School Library Journal
An ALA Notable Book
An NCSS-CBC Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies
A Library of Congress Children's Book of the Year
An American Booksellers Pick of the Lists selection
A Booklist Editor's Choice
A Horn Book Fanfare Listing
Winner of the Parent's Choice Award
A Hungry Mind Review Children's Books of Distinction List selection
A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing selection
About the Author
Since 1980, he has written and/or illustrated numerous popular titles about a broad variety of subjects from nonfiction, concept science books, to high-flying stories such as the award-winning Abuela. Before he started making books he did many things: he worked as a carpenter, teacher, farm worker, longshoreman, and photographer at various times. He loves to travel, learning about and meeting people, and discovering similarities and differences around the world. As a writer and illustrator he brings what he finds into his books. Mr. Dorros currently lives in Seattle, Washington, and enjoys visiting schools throughout the US and internationally to speak with students about telling their own stories.
In addition to the much-appreciated reactions of his readers, his works have been selected as Reading Rainbow Books, ALA Notable Book, American Bookseller Pick of the Lists, NCSS Notable Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies, Parent's Choice Award, Storytime Public TV Selection, and Booklist Editors' Choice, among other commendations.
Product details
- Publisher : Puffin Books; Reprint edition (May 1, 1997)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 40 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0140562257
- ISBN-13 : 978-0140562255
- Reading age : 2 - 6 years, from customers
- Lexile measure : 510L
- Grade level : Preschool - 2
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 0.15 x 8.25 x 10.75 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #54,709 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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About the authors
Elisa Kleven writes and illustrates picture books because she’s never outgrown her childhood passion for art and story-making. Having spent much of her childhood creating magical, miniature worlds, Elisa now creates similar worlds inside of her picture books.
Elisa is the author and/or illustrator of over thirty books. Her books have received many honors, including a New York Times Best Illustrated Book Award for SUN BREAD, ALA Notable and School Library Journal Best Books of the year citations, and inclusion in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and the Reading Rainbow series. Elisa's stories have also been performed as plays and ballets by professional theater and dance companies.
In 2018 Elisa delivered a TEDx Talk on the power of retaining a childlike imagination throughout life, and she loves to share her thoughts about this with both children and adults.
To learn more about Elisa and her work, please visit her website: www.elisakleven.com
Arthur Dorros is the writer of many popular books, a number of which he also illustrated. His best-selling stories include Abuela, which was called “a book to set any child dreaming” and one of the “100 Picture Books Everyone Should Know.” Along with awards including ALA Notable Book and Best of the Year for his fiction, his nonfiction books such as Ant Cities are widely recognized, with an Orbis Pictus and numerous Outstanding Science Book awards. He enjoys visiting schools internationally to work with young writers and illustrators.
More information can be found at www.arthurdorros.com
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Customers enjoy the book's language content, which introduces Spanish vocabulary in an easy-to-pronounce manner. They find the story engaging and entertaining, with a great theme for analyzing with students. The illustrations are described as beautiful, colorful, and creative. Readers love the book and consider it an instant family classic, bringing back memories of spending time with their grandmothers.
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Customers enjoy the book's language content. They find it introduces Spanish vocabulary in a fun way that kids love. The book incorporates both English and Spanish words that are easy to pronounce. It reinforces language arts curriculum and is a great way to introduce other cultures and languages. Readers also mention that the book provides memorable reading time with grandchildren.
"I loved the story of adventures, excitement of learning a new language, and the colorful, whimsical illustrations all shared between a grandmother..." Read more
"The adventurous story line between a grandmother and grandchild is entertaining...." Read more
"...Instead the words flow beautifully and the children love learning new words in both English and Spanish. So do I!" Read more
"...It’s so well written and beautifully illustrated! The kids loved learning new words in Spanish and dreaming about flying over a city with their..." Read more
Customers enjoy the story. They find it an engaging story for analyzing themes and story elements with their students. The adventurous storyline between a grandmother and granddaughter is entertaining. Readers are pleased with the signed edition and story quality.
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"...The pictures are beautiful and this is a sweet story. Highly recommend this book." Read more
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Customers enjoy the book's illustrations. They find the illustrations beautiful, colorful, and creative. The book introduces different cultures in an engaging way.
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"...The pictures are beautiful and this is a sweet story. Highly recommend this book." Read more
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Customers enjoy the book. They say it's a classic in their family and brings back memories.
"..."Abuela," so this book brings up a lot of great memories for my mom spending time with her Abuela...." Read more
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"...A great book and an instant classic in our family. Already gave it as a gift to a cousin also expecting a multicultral baby." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2022I loved the story of adventures, excitement of learning a new language, and the colorful, whimsical illustrations all shared between a grandmother and grandchild.
Wonderful gift for my granddaughter’s 5th birthday 🙌☺️
- Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2021The adventurous story line between a grandmother and grandchild is entertaining. It will provide fun and memorable reading time with your grandchildren.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2014I remember reading this book as a child. Now, I'm 29 and have a daughter of my own, and I purchased this book as a gift for my mom to read to our daughter for a Mother's Day gift. We're Puerto Rican so my mom grew up calling her grandmother "Abuela," so this book brings up a lot of great memories for my mom spending time with her Abuela. The pictures are beautiful and this is a sweet story. Highly recommend this book.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2020My students love this story. The mix of Spanish words and phrases translated into English could have been cumbersome. Instead the words flow beautifully and the children love learning new words in both English and Spanish. So do I!
- Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2020I love the way this book gently introduces Spanish vocab. It’s so well written and beautifully illustrated! The kids loved learning new words in Spanish and dreaming about flying over a city with their Abuela.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023Very cute little story my granddaughter loves this book.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2013This is a charming book about a little girl daydreaming of travels with her Spanish-speaking grandmother. It is a very sweet story, which flows from city to city. The usage of Spanish words is appropriate and doesn't make the book sound too Spanglish (a mixture of Spanish and English). Only one minor con - I wish this book would come in a hardboard format, rather than softcover. It is easier to use with smaller children.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2023My grandchildren love this book and so do I.
Top reviews from other countries
- Ben ArmstrongReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 11, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Iberian story of a Grandmother and her daughter
Good way to learn another language. Excellent pictures. Enjoyable story for a variety of ages. Highly recommend.
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in Canada on January 3, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Beautiful book, nice images and lovely story. Bought this for our abuela and she was so touched!
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naokopiReviewed in Japan on November 19, 2011
5.0 out of 5 stars おばあちゃんと一緒に空を飛ぶ・・・
なんて自由な発想だろう、と楽しくなる中身と絵の絵本です。
スペイン語にふれたい、と探していた時に出会った絵本です。
随所にスペイン語が出てきますが、英語でどういう意味かが
説明されているので、別に問題はありません。
タイトルの『アブエラ』はスペイン語で「おばあちゃん」という
意味だそうです。
公園でおばあちゃんと一緒に鳥に餌をあげているうちに
ふわりと体が浮き、空を飛んでいる2人の姿・・・
その後の2人の冒険はとても楽しいです。
2人が飛ぶ街の景色もそこで生活する人々の描写も細かく、
カラフルで活き活きしているので、眺めているだけでも
楽しくなります。
英語と一緒にスペイン語もかじる、というのも面白いですよね。
- MEGMReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 30, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book
Fab book to start introducing another language. My daughter loved it
- Alejandra CabreraReviewed in Canada on November 16, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars Sentimental
My favorite picture book from when I was a child.