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Off We Go to MexicoAn Adventure in the Sun |
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| ISBN: 1-905236-40-9
By Laurie Krebs, Illustrated by Christopher Corr Barefoot Books, Cambridge, MA (March, 2006) Book Description: "Swim in turquoise waters, cross canyons on a train, climb ancient pyramids, trek to native villages and hike up the mountains to see monarch butterflies on this Mexican adventure. Or enjoy music and dancing in the plaza while learning a few Spanish words and phrases. Come, join us as "Off We Go to Mexico." |
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| Editorial Reviews:
"In bouncing prose and bright illustrations, Krebs and Corr take readers on a whirlwind tour. The picture book follows a family as they swim in the ocean, traverse canyons, climb pyramids, and celebrate Independence Day...A map, fact sheet, time line, and list of translated Spanish phrases are included." School Library Journal |
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| "... On each spread, artwork inspired by the festive colors...of Mexican folk crafts pairs with Krebs'...verse about a place or experience ('We climb amazing pyramids from ancient Mexico / And wonder how they're standing now / When built so long ago')....Kids and adults alike will enjoy tackling the abundant Spanish vocabulary, present on every spread,...and browsing the concluding map and appendixes." Booklist | |||||||||||||||||
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During a book signing event at Barnes & Noble, Laurie reads to the children attending story hour.
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