José and Feliz Play Fútbol

By Susan Rose, Silvia Lopez, Gloria Felix (Illustrator)

Part of the José and El Perro series

Can José train his dog to join him on the soccer field without chaos?

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48 pages

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Bookroo's summary

José is thrilled to join the school soccer team, but his dog, Feliz, loves chasing the ball. As José practices in his backyard, he faces the challenge of teaching Feliz new commands to ensure his furry friend can accompany him to games without causing mayhem. Will José succeed in balancing his passion for soccer with his love for his playful dog? Dive into this bilingual adventure that blends English and Spanish, offering young readers a fun and educational experience as they follow José's journey on and off the field.

From the publisher

José and his dog play soccer in this fun early reader that uses both Spanish and English! José has been selected for the school soccer team! Finally, he gets to be part of el equipo de fútbol. He starts practicing in his backyard right away. But when he kicks the ball toward the net, his best friend–who is also his dog, Feliz–runs after it! Can José find a way to bring his furry pal to his fútbol games without worrying el perro will chase el balón? Join José as he teaches Feliz all the new commands he needs to know! This early reader, co-written by notable Broadway producer Susan Rose and children’s book author Silvia López, is the perfect introduction for English-speaking children who have just begun learning Spanish. The inclusion of the Spanish/English translations at the end of the book also makes it an excellent teaching tool. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.

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