Quinito's Neighborhood / El Vecindario de Quinito

by Ina Cumpiano, José Ramírez (Illustrator)

Overview

Join Quinito as he introduces the people and places of his neighborhood.

Quinito knows that his neighborhood is made up of much more than just buildings, streets, and shops-it is made up of all the people he knows and loves. People like his grown-up cousin Tita, who learns how to make people laugh in clown school, and his aunt, who paints murals to brighten up the streets. Everyone in the neighborhood has an important job, and each friend and neighbor knows and values everyone else.

José Ramírez's jewel-like paintings vibrate with life and energy, and bring Quinito's charming neighborhood journey to life. Quinito's Neighborhood will inspire readers to explore and appreciate their own neighborhoods, and show them the boundless array of different jobs in their communities.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780892392292
Publisher:	Lee & Low Books
Publication date:	04/01/2013
Series:	Quinito
Edition description:	First Trade Paper Edition
Pages:	24
Sales rank:	191,457
Product dimensions:	9.50(w) x 8.30(h) x 0.40(d)
Language:	Spanish
Lexile:	490L (what's this?)
Age Range:	5 - 7 Years

About the Author

Ina Cumpiano is a Puerto Rican writer and editor. Morning and night, she edits books, plays with her eleven grandkids (big and small), writes poems (good and bad), and travels (near and far). She lives in San Francisco, California.

José Ramírez is an artist, author, elementary school teacher, and illustrator of six children's books and counting. He lives in Los Angeles, California with his three daughters: Tonantzin, Luna, and Sol.

Editorial Reviews

* "Its child appeal, lovely message, and potential inspiration to young authors and artists make Quinito's Neighborhood a place that youngsters will enjoy visiting." — School Library Journal, starred review

"This book is ideal for children in the beginning stages of reading in either English or Spanish. Just open it up, Quinito will welcome you in." — Multicultural Review

"The colors and textures, the absence of white space, and the folk-art representation of the neighbors make every page seem like a mural—this is a vibrant depiction of a variety of individuals and the talents that energize the community in which they live." — Booklist

"Presents a healthy view—without gender stereotypes—of a neighborhood." — Foreword Reviews

"Ramírez's colorful mural-style illustrations introduce children to modern role models that reflect the changing workplace." — Críticas

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