HISPANIC FOLKTALES The stories in Tales Our Abuelitas Told, have journeyed far over mountains, deserts, and oceans carried by wind, and been passed on to us by our ancestors. Now they have found their way to you. A sly fox, a bird of a thousand colors, a magical set of bagpipes — A mixture of popular tales and literary lore, this anthology celebrates Hispanic culture and its many roots -- Indigenous, African, Arab, Hebrew, and Spanish. F. Isabel Campoy and Alma Flor Ada have retold twelve beloved stories that embody the lively spirit and the rich heritage of Latino people. The work of four different Latino artists and illustrators highlights this unforgettable collection. AWARDS AND ACCOLADES A Junior Library Guild Selection Kirkus Reviews Best Books A Parent’s Choice Recommended Book Best Books of the Year, Notable Books for a Global Society – American Library Association Best Folklore in Best Books of the Year, Nick Jr. Magazine Featured Book of the Month, Colorín Colorado Website, American Federation of Teachers List of Best Books for 2006, New York Public Library DETAILS Tales Our Abuelitas Told: A Hispanic Folktale Collection Collected and written by Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy. Illustrated by Felipe Davalos, Susan Guevara, Leyla Torres and Vivi Escriva. English Published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers, September 1, 2006. Ages 4 to 8 years and 9 to 12 years (read aloud and independent reading) 0.65" H x 10.3" L x 8.46" W (1.56 lbs) 128 pages Hardcover PRAISE FOR TALES OUR ABUELITAS TOLD The introduction to this delightful collection explains clearly how stories develop and change over time; in fact, the two storytellers heard most of these amusing tales when they were children and have retold them many times since in their own unique styles. … Children will relish their humor, especially if read aloud, and teens will also enjoy this lively presentation. Traditional story beginnings and endings are provided in Spanish and translated into English … . Make room on your shelves for this excellent book. ~ School Library Journal An illustrated collection of lively stories – reflecting elements of Spanish, Arabic, Celtic, African, Jewish, and Mexican roots – retold by the dynamic Ada and Campoy duo. … The selections hold universal appeal, employing themes common to many folklore collections. Accompanying the entries are captivating illustrations from four outstanding artists, each using his/her unique artistic style to capture the reader’s attention. The authors’ historical knowledge of the stories is evident in the notes that introduce this volume. ~ Reseñas/Book Reviews Berkeley Public Library For more information, visit: https://www.isabelcampoy.com/ and https://almaflorada.com/