Synopses & Reviews
Young children will treasure this collection of Latin American nursery rhymes. Preserved through oral tradition, these rhymes have been passed on from generation to generation. They have been lovingly gathered and translated for this book and many are accompanied by instructions for finger play. Illuminated by the beautiful paintings of Barbara Cooney, they are now available for a whole new audience to enjoy.
Review
"Highly useful in supporting early bilingual needs, this collection from Latin America has been preserved in the oral tradition. There are instructions for accompanying finger plays. Cooney's beautiful illustrations add much appeal."--
Childhood Education"Each of the verses is child-tested, selected with care and thought...The book is a visual and aural treat."--Parents' Choice
"A successful attempt to capture the often elusive authenticity of Hispanic subjects in children's picture books."--The Horn Book
Synopsis
Du rmete mi ni a
Du rmete mi sol,
Du rmete pedazo
De mi coraz n.
Los ni os peque os adorar n esta colecci n de nanas latinoamericanas. Preservadas por medio de la tradici n oral, estas rimas han sido compartidas de generaci n a generaci n. Cari osamente compiladas, estas tiernas canciones de cuna son iluminadas por hermosas pinturas creadas por la artista Barbara Cooney.
Young children will treasure this collection of Latin-American nursery rhymes. Preserved through oral tradition, these rhymes have been passed on from generation to generation. They have been lovingly gathered and translated for this book and many are accompanied by instructions for finger play. Illuminated by the beautiful paintings of Barbara Cooney, they are now available for a whole new audience to enjoy.
Synopsis
Tortillitas Para Mama is a wonderful introduction to Spanish and English nursery rhymes, perfect for bilingual families.
Du rmete mi ni a
Du rmete mi sol,
Du rmete pedazo
De mi coraz n.
Los ni os peque os adorar n esta colecci n de nanas latinoamericanas. Preservadas por medio de la tradici n oral, estas rimas han sido compartidas de generaci n a generaci n. Cari osamente compiladas, estas tiernas canciones de cuna son iluminadas por hermosas pinturas creadas por la artista Barbara Cooney.
Young children will treasure this collection of Latin-American nursery rhymes. Preserved through oral tradition, these rhymes have been passed on from generation to generation. They have been lovingly gathered and translated for this book and many are accompanied by instructions for finger play. Illuminated by the beautiful paintings of Barbara Cooney, they are now available for a whole new audience to enjoy.