BROWSE BOOK REVIEWS

Series: First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art

CHILDREN'S

Released: Nov. 1, 2012

COUNT ME IN: A PARADE OF MEXICAN FOLK ART NUMBERS IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH

by Cynthia Weill, illustrated by The Aguilar Sisters, photographed by Jorge Luis Santiago

"While not the only counting book children will ever need, this peek into Mexico's art and traditions is certainly one of the most joyous they'll encounter. (Picture book. 2-5)"

Playful ceramics enact a traditional Mexican festival parade, from uno to diez. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: July 1, 2011

COLORES DE LA VIDA: MEXICAN FOLK ART COLORS IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH

by Cynthia Weill

"Even with its design flaws, the book remains a good choice for bilingual storytimes and conversations about color. (Picture book. 3-7)"

Following Opuestos (2009), Weill introduces colors with mixed success in the latest book in her bilingual First Concepts with Mexican Folk Art series. Read full book review >