Janice Levy

I REMEMBER ABUELITO/YO RECUERDO A ABUELITO

It's the Day of the Dead! It's time to celebrate! In this bilingual book, a young girl is busy helping her family prepare to honor those who have died. First she goes with her mama to the market to buy "pan de muerto." Then she lays a path of marigold petals with her papa. But mostly, she thinks of her abuelito. She misses him very much and is excited for his spirit to visit that night. And when she sees the butterflies fly through the sky, she knows that his spirit is with them.

Written in both Spanish and English, this book includes activites and recipes just right for any Day of the Dead celelbration. Loretta Lopez's colorful illustrations perfectly complement Janice Levy's child-friendly introduction to this important holiday.

Recipient of the 2008 Skipping Stones Magazine Honor Award for multiculturalism/teaching resource
"The selection promotes cooperation, nonviolence, respect for differing viewpoints and close relationships in human societies." www.SkippingStones.org

Children's Picture Books

I REMEMBER ABUELITO/YO RECUERDO A ABUELITO published by Albert Whitman and Co.
A Day of the Dead Story in a bilingual format for the younger child. "Abuelito's spirit will come like a butterfly," Mama says, "quiet and beautiful. You will feel him in your heart." "What if Abuelito's spirit gets lost?" I ask. "His spirit is like the butterflies," Mama says. "They come to our town every year- they don't get lost! Abuelito's spirit knows the way, too."
THE RUNAWAY RADISH coming soon...published by Raven Tree Press...
It's the Night of the Radishes in Oaxaca, Mexico. Will don Pedro win First Prize in the Radish Carving Contest? A radish jumps out of his hand and rolls out the door, singing, "Places to go, people to see...Out of my way, you can't carve ME!" What will happen next?!
1.Children's Picture Books
Totally Uncool
What if your dad found a new girlfriend - one who was completely, totally uncool?
2.Children's Picture Books
Abuelito Eats With His Fingers
Tina doesn’t like to visit her grandfather. Will she learn to appreciate a grandfather’s love?
3.Children's Picture Books
The Spirit Of Tío Fernando: A Day of the Dead Story/El espíritu de tío Fernando: Una historia del Día de los Muertos
Preparing to celebrate the Day of the Dead, Nando remembers all he liked about his favorite uncle
4.Children's Picture Books
The Man Who Lived In A Hat
There once was a man who lived in a hat. Don't ask. Things happen.
5.Children's Picture Books
Finding The Right Spot: When Kids Can't Live With Their Parents
What happens if you can't live with your parents?
6.Children's Picture Book
CELEBRATE! IT'S CINCO DE MAYO!/CELEBREMOS! ES EL CINCO DE MAYO!
It's Cinco de Mayo! Mama marches in a parade. Papa plays in a mariachi band. Abuelita cooks a special meal. Abuelito tells the story of the brave Mexicans who fought so long ago on this day. I wave the flag. Viva Mexico! Simple crafts and "find what's miising pictues" add to the celebration in this happy holiday book.
6.Children's Picture Books
Alley Oops!
A bully learns his lesson from arm wrestling Hammer Hand Man!
audio tape
Are We There Yet?
an audio variety show for children
Children's Picture Books
GONZALO GRABS THE GOOD LIFE Coming soon,published by Eerdman's Books For Young Readers
After Gonazalo, the Rooster, won the Loteria, he pecked the farmer, don Chucho, on the butt. "I'm rich!" he said. "Get another rooster. I quit!" He hopped off the roof. "This rooster stuff is nothing to crow about. It's time to grab the good life!Adios!" And off he went...follow him as he tries to live la vida loca!

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