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32 pp.
| Harcourt |
September, 2009 |
TradeISBN 978-0-15-216330-3$16.00
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
Yuyi Morales.
A boy describes his abuelita's daily routine as she prepares for work. The confusing but lyrical text, deftly incorporating some Spanish words, leads to the story's big reveal: Abuelita is a storyteller. Aptly, Johnston's wordplay provides opportunities for storytellers as a lively read-aloud. Morales's unique mixed-media illustrations (clay, wire, wood, acrylic, etc.) were photographed and computer manipulated.