
Written & illustrated by Raúl the Third
Part of the ¡Vamos! series
Join a lively border town adventure delivering goods and learning Spanish words.
Little Lobo and his trusty dog Bernabe navigate the vibrant marketplace of a Mexican-American border town, delivering supplies to diverse vendors. From sweets to sombreros, each stop offers a new discovery and a chance to learn simple Spanish words. As they weave through the bustling streets, the duo encounters a colorful array of characters and goods, sparking curiosity and excitement. Will they complete their deliveries amidst the lively chaos? Dive into this bilingual journey and explore the rich tapestry of culture and language that awaits in every corner of the market.
A 2020 Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor Book
Richard Scarry’s Busytown gets a Mexican-American makeover in the marketplace of a buzzing border town from Pura Belpré Medal-winning illustrator Raúl the Third.
Bilingual in a new way, this paper over board book teaches readers simple words in Spanish as they experience the bustling life of a border town. Follow Little Lobo and his dog Bernabe as they deliver supplies to a variety of vendors, selling everything from sweets to sombreros, portraits to piñatas, carved masks to comic books!
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