Paletero Man/¡Que Paletero tan Cool!: Bilingual English-Spanish
With the English and Spanish text side by side on the page, this bilingual edition of the vibrant picture book celebrating the strength of community and the tastes of summer is ideal for bilingual readers as well as Spanish speakers learning English and vice versa. By Latin Grammy-winning musician Lucky Diaz and celebrated artist Micah Player!
Ring! Ring! Ring!
Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all! / ¡Vengan a comprar! Paleta para uno ¡o pa’ to’a la vecindad!
Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally catches up with him, our narrator’s pockets are empty. Oh no! What happened to his dinero? It will take the help of the entire community to get the tasty treat now.
Full of musicality, generosity, kindness, and ice pops, this book is sure to satisfy fans of Thank You, Omu! and Carmela Full of Wishes.
Includes an author’s note from Lucky Diaz and a link to a live version of the Lucky Band’s popular song that inspired the book.
A Junior Library Guild Selection!
“A wonderfully executed treat of a book with a sweet community focus.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Depicts wonderful examples of kindness, community, and delicious paletas.”—Booklist (starred review)
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 32
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Espanol
Language: en
ISBN: 9780063216365
Creator Bio
Lucky Diaz and Micah Player are a dynamic duo of husband and wife who have been making music together for over a decade. With a passion for creating high-energy, bilingual music for children, they have won multiple awards including a Latin Grammy for Best Children's Album. Their unique blend of English and Spanish lyrics appeals to families from all backgrounds and has earned them a loyal fan base. Dr. Carmen Tafolla is a renowned children's author and professor who has dedicated her career to promoting cultural diversity and literacy. She has published over 20 books and has received numerous awards for her work. Together, Diaz, Player, and Tafolla have created a vibrant and culturally rich picture book, Paletero Man/¡Que Paletero tan Cool!, which celebrates the beloved ice cream man and his colorful cart.
