Gathering the Sun

Author: Alma Flor Ada

Illustrator: Simon Silva

Publishing information: (Rayo, April 28, 1997, Baby-Preschool)

Number of Pages: 40 pages

Genre: Poetry

Summary of Plot:

This book was about a Hispanic’s life. It has a Spanish word, starting with each letter of the alphabet, and then it has a poem about that item. For example-L is Lechuga, lettuce. Then it has the poem in both English and Spanish.

My Reaction to the book:

            I found it interesting to be able to see the Spanish language in a children books form. I am used to seeing English. All children need books in their language. It is good for both language speakers because the other language is a different language a child will see when reading it.          

                     

Potential Problems:

            None

Recommendations:

            This book is good for culture days, and for learning Spanish. It is good for people who like poetry, culture, and deep colored pictures.