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Featured books by

Lulu Delacre

Reading Rockets recommends the following books by Lulu Delacre

Arrorró, Mi Niño: Latino Lullabies and Gentle Games
Arrorró, Mi Niño: Latino Lullabies and Gentle Games
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 3-6
Reading Level: Beginning Reader

This recording features a selection of nursery rhymes and games from different countries that are presented in both Spanish and English. Compiled by Lulu Delacre, the songs are performed by Cantaré. This recording accompanies the book of the same title.

Arrorró, Mi Niño: Latino Lullabies and Gentle Games
Arrorró, Mi Niño: Latino Lullabies and Gentle Games
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 3-6
Reading Level: Beginning Reader

A selection of nursery rhymes and games from different countries are presented in this book in both Spanish and English. The rhymes are accompanied by gentle illustrations. Music appears with lyrics (again in both languages) at the end of this pleasing book.

Arroz con Leche
Arroz con Leche
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 3-6
Reading Level: Beginning Reader

These traditional rhymes and songs from Latin America are presented in both English and Spanish. Gentle illustrations accompany the short verses, and show both cities and the countryside. Children and adults from Spanish-speaking backgrounds will recognize many of these fun songs and rhymes.

Golden Tales: Myths, Legends, and Folktales from Latin America
Golden Tales: Myths, Legends, and Folktales from Latin America
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 9-12
Reading Level: Independent Reader

Product Description: This lush collection of twelve traditional Latin American tales brings the history and culture of thirteen countries into a vivid new perspective. Readers will have a unique glimpse of the early indigenous cultures, and of the literature that later blossomed with the blending of the Spanish and Native cultures.

How Far Do You Love Me?
How Far Do You Love Me?
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 3-6
Reading Level: Pre-Reader

Product Description: Based on a bedtime game author/illustrator Lulu Delacre played with her young daughters, How Far Do You Love Me? is an "I love you" book with a twist. With every expression of love, readers visit one of thirteen different locations around the world, each a beautifully illustrated scene of adults and children in a place of natural beauty.

How Far Do You Love Me?
How Far Do You Love Me?
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 3-6
Reading Level: Beginning Reader

A warm portrait of universal parental love begins on a beach when a boy asks his mother, "How far do you love me?" Lyrical responses combine with stunning double page illustrations in places around the globe until the boy is tucked into bed with his response: "I love you to the moon!" A world map and the query in each language conclude this tender book.

Rafi and Rosi
Rafi and Rosi
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 6-9
Reading Level: Beginning Reader

Three short stories present three adventures shared by Rafi and Rosi, young tree frogs who live in Puerto Rico. Rosi knows that her older brother is magic; not only can he find things in the sand, he can also make the sea shine! But it is Rosi's magic that finds Rafi's lost pet hermit crab. Cheery, colorful illustrations enhance the humor of this engaging duo.

Rafi and Rosi: Carnival!
Rafi and Rosi: Carnival!
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 6-9
Reading Level: Independent Reader

It's time for Carnival! Three short stories in this Easy Reader present the adventures shared by Rafi and Rosi, charming and mischievous young tree frogs who are brother and sister, and live in Puerto Rico. The stories include young Rosi dressing up in "Queen for a Day," as well as Rafi's "magical" periscope, used to watch the Carnival parade. Children and adults alike will enjoy the amusing experiences of these two siblings, as well as the cheerful and colorful illustrations. Spanish version also available.

Salsa Stories
Salsa Stories
By: Lulu Delacre
Age Level: 6-9
Reading Level: Independent Reader

When Carmen Teresa receives a blank journal on New Year's Day, she begins filling it with tales and memories from her loved ones. Finding that food is the common thread, the journal becomes a cookbook of stories, infused with Latin American flavor. Gentle lessons are conveyed along the way in this lovely book. Available in Spanish and English versions.

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