'Twas Nochebuena
$41.42
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
16 October 2014
Summary
A bilingual twist on a classic Christmas tale
‘Twas Nochebuena and all through our casa, every creature was kneading tamale masa…
It’s Christmas Eve, and you’re invited to a Nochebuena celebration! Follow a family as they prepare to host a night filled with laughter, love, and Latino tradition. Make tasty tamales and hang colorful adornos (decorations) on the walls. Gather to sing festive canciones (songs) while sipping champurrado (hot chocolate). After the midnight feast has…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780670016341 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0670016349 |
| Author: | Roseanne Greenfield Thong, Sara Palacios |
| Publisher: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Imprint: | Penguin USA |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 16 October 2014 |
| Weight: | 420g |
| Dimensions: | 248mm x 276mm x 8mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
PRAISE FOR ‘TWAS NOCHEBUENA : “A linguistic and visual treat. The lyrical blend of English and Spanish and vibrant action-packed illustrations make this ideal for read-alouds.” - Booklist
PRAISE FOR ‘TWAS NOCHEBUENA:
“A linguistic and visual treat. The lyrical blend of English and Spanish and vibrant action-packed illustrations make this ideal for read-alouds.” —Booklist
“Thong’s humorous verse follows Clement Moore’s strong rhythm without faltering—despite the metrical challenges of working in two languages at once. Palacios’s warm, earth-toned illustrations of a happy multigenerational family invite readers into the festivities, whether these tradiciones are familiar or new to them.” —Horn Book
“This pleasant family story conveys strong family bonds and traditions while offering non-Spanish speakers a way to learn some basic vocabulary.” —Kirkus Reviews
“This lively picture book offers a wonderful way to celebrate and learn about Latino Christmas traditions.” —School Library Journal
About The Author
Roseanne Greenfield Thong
Roseanne Greenfield Thong is the author of many multicultural-themed children’s books. She was born in Southern California but has lived in Guatemala, Mexico, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. While in Guatemala and Mexico, she studied Spanish and ate many tamales. Roseanne now lives in Orange County where she teaches English composition.
Sara Palacios illustrated the Pura Belpre honor book Marisol McDonald Doesn’t Match. She divides her time between San Francisco and Mexico City.
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