Elena Rides
Beginning readers—and beginning riders—will be drawn to this bright, buoyant story of a determined elephant and her loyal sidekick, from the award-winning creator of Juana & Lucas.
Elena wants to ride her bike. She steadies, she readies. She wobbles, she bobbles . . . KA-BANG! Learning to ride a bike is hard. But Elena can do it. She just has to try, try again. With this reassuring story of childlike persistence, Juana Medina, creator of the acclaimed Juana & Lucas series, introduces Elena, a plucky elephant, and the little red bird who is Elena’s faithful cheerleader. Simple, energetic text and bold, brilliant artwork convey a relatable tale of the ups and downs of learning something new (not without protest or tears) and the final thrill of mastery that will have children rooting for Elena and ready for her next adventure.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 32
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: Candlewick
Language: en
ISBN: 9781536216356
Creator Bio
Juana Medina is a Colombian-born author and illustrator, known for her vibrant and whimsical works. She studied at the Rhode Island School of Design and currently lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband and two sons. Medina's love for storytelling and art began at a young age, and she has since published several award-winning children's books, including "Juana & Lucas" and "Elena Rides." Her diverse cultural background and experiences shine through in her writing, making her stories relatable and engaging for readers of all ages. Medina continues to inspire and delight readers with her unique blend of humor, heart, and creativity.
