I just love how in so few pages, we readers get to see a piece of the community and how everyone can come together. Lee, Tío Ernesto, and Frank, all with their own businesses. The story emits pure joy and delight, and I absolutely love it! I think this is such a fun story about a boy simply chasing down the paletero man, and along the way we see him interact with all the people from his city that are equally important to his life such as Ms. Warning: this book is going to make your mouth water! This picture book acts as a companion for Lucky Diaz’s song of the same name from his band known as “The Lucky Band,” which is a celebration of the hard working vendors who bring all different kinds of people together for ice cream. But thanks to his friends’ kindness, everyone gets to enjoy a delectable treat! On his journey, he thinks of all the possible flavors he can indulge in and if José has his favorite there’s not a second to waste! However, once he reaches the paletero man, he discovers he has dropped all of his money on the way and is disappointed he can’t buy one now. A boy, hoping to catch him, rushes across the neighborhood to buy a paleta. On one of the hottest days, probably ever, the paletero man, José, pushes his cart through the neighborhood bringing sweet treats to the park for kids to buy. On his journey, he thinks of all the possible flavors he can indulge in and if José has his favorite there’s not a second to waste! However, once he reaches the paletero man, he discovers he has dropped all “Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all!” “Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all!” On one of the hottest days, probably ever, the paletero man, José, pushes his cart through the neighborhood bringing sweet treats to the park for kids to buy. The book includes Spanish words and phrases throughout and an author’s note from Lucky Diaz about why he was inspired to write this picture book.more
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But when he arrives, our narrator’s pockets are empty! What happened to his dinero? It will take the help of the entire community to get the tasty treat now.Ĭelebrating the strength of community and the tastes of summer, fans of Thank You, Omu and Carmela Full of Wishes will be hungry for what Paletero Man has in store. What’s the best way to cool off on a hot summer day? Run quick! And find Paletero José!įollow Paletero José’s call and rush along with our narrator as he passes through his vibrant and busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. unique and entertaining children's picture book.especially recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library collections.A truly refreshing picture book about determination, kindness, ice pops-and the true meaning of being part of a community-from Latin Grammy winning musician Lucky Diaz and celebrated artist Micah Player! What’s the best way to cool off on a hot summer day? Run quick! And find Paletero José! Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all! Follow Palete A truly refreshing picture book about determination, kindness, ice pops-and the true meaning of being part of a community-from Latin Grammy winning musician Lucky Diaz and celebrated artist Micah Player! De Colores: The Raza Experience in Books for Children
The story is as delightful as a juicy paleta de horchata or melón, and highly recommended. homage to Mexican culture-both in Mexico and in the U.S. Paletero Man is a celebration of a culturally specific experience – but the juicy and colorful world inside makes this story accessible and welcoming for all readers. Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
"Depicts wonderful examples of kindness, community, and delicious paletas." - Booklist (starred review)ĭiaz’s story in verse, with its chantable refrain and kid-sized dollop of tension, is a paean to Eighth Street Los Angeles food culture. Whether it’s sourced from a street cart, a taqueria freezer, or the library’s back room refrigerator, we all know what the storytime treat will be. School Library Journal (starred review)Ī wonderfully executed treat of a book with a sweet community focus. Kirkus Reviews (starred review)įilled with life and joy, this story is an upbeat, multi-sensory experience that honors the breadth and harmony of multiculturalism in Diaz’s LA hometown. The unifying lure of paleta love underscores the joys all people-regardless of differences-have in common.
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