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90 pp.
| Candlewick |
September, 2016 |
TradeISBN 978-0-7636-7208-9$14.99
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Colombian girl Juana loves many things (especially her dog, Lucas), but not English class--until her grandfather announces a trip to the U.S. The distinctive first-person narration includes interspersed Spanish words (identifiable in context); dynamic illustrations bring Juana's energy to life. This book fills a gap in American children's literature, but it will be beloved for its warm family relationships, read-aloud-able hijinks, and sunny protagonist.
Reviewer: Claire E. Gross
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
November, 2016