Huevos Rancheros
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (617 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 156656428X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 32 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Great book." according to monica s. bryant. Bought two for grandchildren. Great book.. A brave and clever hen must outsmart a coyote Huevos Rancheros: A Mexican Tale is written and illustrated by Stefan Czernecki. Here is the folklore story of a Mexican trickster, the tale of a brave and clever hen who must outsmart a coyote through charm and good cooking. Boldly colored illustrations bring this vivid children's story into sharp relief, and the last page offers an easy-to-follow recipe for young people who want to make and try Huevos Rancheros. Also highly recommended for school. Darling I just love this book. I really appreciated the recipe in the back of the book - Huevos Rancheros just like my grandmother used to make.
The text on the pages facing the illustrations is boxed by traditional papel picado borders, increasing the attractiveness of the finished product considerably. When an ad for a hen appears in The National Eggsaminer lining her erstwhile prison, Marcelina takes advantage of an open cage door, hops a bus, and heads for the small town of Coyotepec-where, to her intense irritation, she is again locked in a cage. Painted in gouache on amate bark paper, the cartoon forms are simple and humorous. From School Library Journal Kindergarten-Grade 2--Is there life beyond the cage? Is there a calling be
Stefan Czernecki's stunning illustrations capture the feeling of Mexico and the text's simplicity make this a thoroughly enjoyable read-aloud book for the youngest child.. A delightful story about a clever hen who outsmarts her coyote adversary through charm and culinary art
Stefan Czernecki is the illustrator of many award-winning titles including Crocodile Books' bestselling Mama God, Papa God.