What Can You Do With a Paleta? / ¿Qué puedes hacer con una paleta? (English and Spanish Edition)

The story was not very creative in itself, but the "idea" behind what you could possibly do with a "paleta" generated many "what if's" during our nightly reading session. This is the kind of book that I would let my 4.5 year old read to me, bc it lends itself well to using your imagination about the many possibilities. The story will be what you make of it...

My kids 3 and 4 loved this book. They ask for it sporadically which means a lot because we have many choices. I love the colors and the story because paletas' are something my kids enjoy making and eating. I often read it in Spanish and English at the same time depending on the time we read it. Or switch back and forth between the two which is great. It gives me the opportunity to try and have a conversation in Spanish after a day at school where all they speak is English.

This is an absolutely wonderful book. The text is fresh and "sassy" and the beautiful acrylic paintings are vibrant and joyful. "Where the big velvet roses bloom red and pink and fuchsia, where the accordion plays sassy and sweet, where the smell of crispy tacos or buttery tortillas or juicy fruta floats out of every window, and where the paleta wagon rings its tinkly bell and carries a treasure of icy paletas in every color of the sarape...That's my barrio!" A delightful double spread shows the paleta wagon filled with popsicles of every imaginable color, and three eager children rushing to choose a flavor. Read this book aloud; and children and adults alike will remember their cool "paletas" with pleasure.

My students absolutely love this book! The story the sounds the bilingualism are perfect!

I love reading this book to my son because it’s bilingual (Spanish and English)and very colorful. It also gives a good representation of what a Hispanic community looks like.

This is one of my 4 yr old grandson's favorite books, I can read it to him over and over again and he doesn't tire of hearing it. The illustrations are beautiful and bright, and the written content is easy for any child to follow. A great way to learn Spanish, or English, as it is bi-lingual. The book inspires you to want to go out and get a "paleta" (popsicle), especially on a warm day. Definitely a fun book to have.

Adorable book! Use for our school's Hispanic Heritage month. They loved it!

We are very satisfied with our new library edition, thank you!

Lovely book my daugther loved it!