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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000 · Est. 2 hour read
Salsa Stories
Written & illustrated by Lulu Delacre
Carmen Teresa collects family recipes instead of stories, uncovering cultural tales.
3.8/5 Goodreads · 225 ratings
112 pages· 13,562 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Carmen Teresa receives a notebook meant for stories, but her passion for cooking leads her to gather family recipes instead. Through nine tales, she explores Latin American holidays and customs, capturing the essence of countries like Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Peru. Each recipe unveils a new layer of cultural richness, inviting readers to savor the traditions and flavors of a vibrant heritage. What stories will these recipes tell, and how will they connect the past to the present? Discover the delicious journey through a year of celebrations and culinary delights.
From the publisher
An evocative collection of short stories by a three-time Pura Belpre honoree. Now available in paperback! When Carmen Teresa receives a notebook as a holiday gift, the guests suggest she write down their own childhood stories, which they tell. But Carmen Teresa, who loves to cook, collects their family recipes instead! With energy, sensitivity, and warmth, Lulu Delacre introduces readers to a symphony of colorful characters whose 9 stories dance through a year of Latin American holidays and customs. Countries include Mexico, Puerto Rico, Argentina, Guatamala and Peru. Seventeen delicious and authentic recipes are included.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 112
- Words
- 13,562
- Reading age
- 7–10
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 760L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5
- F&P level
- ~R
- AR points
- 2
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 54636
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2012
- First published
- April 1, 2000
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780545430982
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