Laurenne Sala

UGH. Okay, again, why will people not put pronunciation guides in books?!

This book is perfect for my coworker, Nikki--who has Hispanic heritage and has more of a Spanish repertoire than me with my numbers and colors. Because the text flows SO seamlessly from English to Spanish, I am left to guess just what the phrases in question are. I can make assumptions based on the pictures but here's the thing: that feels like a cultural affront to me. I truly want to represent/speak well when I read out loud. OR I want to learn for myself. This book does not give that opportunity.

Hence why the low rating.… (mere)

In this bi-lingual picture book, Lucia takes readers through each room in her home. She starts of in the living room where the children build the best forts. She also talks about playing cards with Papi and falling asleep in a pile. She then goes to the kitchen, or la cocina, where her Mama is making soups. Lucia loves her busy, cozy casa. I would recommend this for collections looking for books in English with some Spanish too. It was a little confusing reading the story not knowing what the Spanish words meant. It would work for a storytime or family read a loud for someone who speaks both languages.… (mere)