P Is for Pinata: A Mexico Alphabet (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781585361441)

The country of Mexico has long been a popular travel destination. But there's much more to enjoy and appreciate than just sunshine and warm temperatures when exploring this region with its ancient history and proud traditions. Enjoy an A-Z tour of our neighbor to the south in P is for Pita: A Mexico Alphabet. Young readers can visit the tomb of a Mayan king, experience the life of the vaquero (Mexican cowboy), attend the world-famous Ballet Folklico de M閂ico, and sample the everyday treat that was once known as the "food of the gods." From folk art to famous people to the original "hot dog," the treasures of Mexico are revealed in P is for Pita. Vibrant artwork perfectly captures the flavor, texture, and spirit of its landscape and culture.To find recipes, games, interactives maps and much more for this title visit www.discovertheworldbooks.com! Tony Johnston's love for Mexico started when her husband's job took them to Mexico City; they then lived there for fifteen years. While in Mexico, Tony wrote in Spanish and had several stories commissioned by the Mexican government. She has published more than 70 books for children and lives in San Marino, California. Award-winning illustrator and designer John (Juanito) Parra studied at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. His clients include United Airlines, Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, PBS, and the L.A. Weekly. John's first children's book was My Name is Gabriela, about the life of the Nobel Prize-winning poet Gabriela Mistral. He lives in New York City.

Author: Tony Johnston
ISBN-10: 1585361445
ISBN-13: 9781585361441
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
Language: English
Published: 09/23/2008
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 11.30h x 10.10w x 0.60d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.8
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 126905 / P Is for Pinata: A Mexico Alphabet


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 11/03/2008 pg. 58
Booklist 12/15/2008 pg. 42
School Library Journal 01/01/2009 pg. 92
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2009 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed