Dewey Edition23
Reviews"Pleasantly illustrated with a warm, colorful palette.... A great addition to any beginning reader bookshelf. " -- Booklist "Will help teachers, librarians, and parents to develop Puerto Rican cultural programs, curriculum, or home activities to extend young readers' learning. The inclusion of instructions to make one's own homemade güiro is a thoughtful addition.... A welcome, well-researched reflection of cultural pride in the early-reader landscape. " -- Kirkus Reviews "A hearty introduction into the different musical styles. Ideal for early fluent readers. Educators may want to pair with music to help youngsters understand the various styles." -- School Library Journal Junior Library Guild Selection - Junior Library Guild
SynopsisIn this new book in the popular Dive Into Reading: Rafi and Rosi chapter book series, Rafi and his younger sister, Rosi, are excited to learn about and participate in the traditional forms of music of their native Puerto Rico. They drum and dance to the rolling and rippling beats of bomba instruments. They sing and sway with the rhythms of plena songs. And they atten...arty where they eat paella and warm corn fritters and dance to the hot, spicy beat of la salsa Engaging and informative, the book is perfect for independent readers in grade...nd 2. Children will enjoy joining Rafi and Rosi on their new adventures while they learn about Puerto Rico's musical traditions and culture., In this new book in the popular Dive Into Reading: Rafi and Rosi chapter book series, Rafi and his younger sister, Rosi, are excited to learn about and participate in the traditional forms of music of their native Puerto Rico. They drum and dance to the rolling and rippling beats of bomba instruments. They sing and sway with the rhythms of plena songs. And they atten...arty where they eat paella and warm corn fritters and dance to the hot, spicy beat of la salsa! Engaging and informative, the book is perfect for independent readers in grade...nd 2. Children will enjoy joining Rafi and Rosi on their new adventures while they learn about Puerto Rico's musical traditions and culture., Rafi and Rosi, the curious, fun-loving tree frog siblings explore the bomba, plena, and salsa music traditions of their home island, Puerto Rico. Rafi and his younger sister, Rosi, are excited to learn about and participate in the traditional forms of music of their native Puerto Rico. They drum and dance to the rolling and rippling beats of bomba instruments. They sing and sway with the rhythms of plena songs. And they attend a party where they eat paella and warm corn fritters and dance to the hot, spicy beat of la salsa! Engaging and informative, the book is perfect for newly independent readers. Children will enjoy joining Rafi and Rosi on their adventures while they learn about Puerto Rico's musical traditions and culture. Titles are available in both Spanish and English., Rafi and Rosi, the curious, fun-loving tree frog siblings explore the bomba, plena, and salsa music traditions of their home island, Puerto Rico.
LC Classification NumberPZ7.D3696Rcm 2019