(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Jacqueline Mair & Jacqueline Mair. In these retellings of Mexican folktales, humans interact with supernatural beings, and good eclipses evil. Religious figures, including the Virgin Mary, predominate. The fifteen stories vary in length from five lines to several pages, and detailed source notes are appended. The acrylic illustrations highlight key elements from each tale and re-create the vibrant, contrasting colors of Mexican folk art. Bib.

Reviewer: Ana Maria Muniz-Leen

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Maya Christina Gonzalez & Maya Christina Gonzalez. These retellings of Mexican folktales feature a broad range of strong female protagonists, including the legendary Virgin of Guadalupe; the goddess Tangu Yuh; and the rebellious Blancaflor, daughter of the Devil. The Spanish text is fluid, and the acrylic illustrations are appropriately Kahloesque. Bib., glos.

Reviewer: Ana Maria Muniz-Leen

(3) K-3 Translated by Eida De la Vega. Illustrated by Gregory Christie & Gregory Christie. This is the Spanish edition of Richard Wright and the Library Card, a story based on a fictionalized episode from Wright's autobiography. Seventeen-year-old Richard longs to read but is barred from the library because he is black. This doesn't serve as an introduction to the author, but the translation flows well, and the impressionistic illustrations are captivating. A brief note is appended.

Reviewer: Ana Maria Muniz-Leen