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Abuelo by Arthur Dorros

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Abuelo

Arthur Dorros

HarperCollins · Paperback · May 3, 2022

Reading lane: US: Hispanic & Latino Stories

Arthur Dorros's skillful blend of Spanish and English and Raúl Colón's poignant paintings illuminate how the special bond between an abuelo and a nieto reaches across miles.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Across the Miles

A tender family story pairs a close bond across generations with Spanish and English woven together.

Come here for

  • A warm story about a boy and his abuelo
  • Spanish and English sharing the page

Expect

  • Poignant paintings by Raúl Colón
  • Memories that help a child adjust to change

Book Details

Authors
Arthur Dorros
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
May 3, 2022
Format
Paperback
Theme
US: Hispanic & Latino Stories · Stories Set in Mexico
Reading lane
US: Hispanic & Latino Stories

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • Action & Adventure

  • Horse Stories

  • US: Hispanic & Latino Stories

  • Multigenerational Families

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  • Parent-Child Stories

  • City & Town Life

  • Country Life

  • Camping & Outdoor Adventures

About This Book

Arthur Dorros's skillful blend of Spanish and English and Raúl Colón's poignant paintings illuminate how the special bond between an abuelo and a nieto reaches across miles. Together, a young boy and his abuelo go camping, ride horses, and even confront a mountain lion. Soon, the boy's family moves to the city from the country, away from Abuelo, and it is the boy's memories that help him adjust to his new life. Fans of Dorros's Papá and Me and Abuela will delight in this bil...

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Arthur Dorros's skillful blend of Spanish and English and Raúl Colón's poignant paintings illuminate how the special bond between an abuelo and a nieto reaches across miles. Together, a young boy and his abuelo go camping, ride horses, and even confront a mountain lion. Soon, the boy's family moves to the city from the country, away from Abuelo, and it is the boy's memories that help him adjust to his new life. Fans of Dorros's Papá and Me and Abuela will delight in this bilingual and multigenerational picture book about a special family relationship. This beautiful picture book blends Spanish and English seamlessly, all at once telling a wonderful story and introducing young readers to both languages. Perfect for bilingual families as well as teachers and families who want to expose their children to multiple languages.

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