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willow_garden_3697's review
4.0
A cute take on a classic story. Incorporates a bit of Spanish, colorful designs inspired by Peruvian culture. Beautiful art.
annieharhar's review
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
ADORBS! Will be searching out more books by this author and illustrator! Beautiful pictures and who doesn't love a rhyming story!
allysonbogie's review
4.0
This is an engaging retelling of the Princess and the Pea. I like how it weaves in many Spanish words (and includes a glossary at the FRONT--what a wonderful touch!!).
The story still follows the traditional arc of the fairy tale, but I do appreciate the twist. In addition, the princess may have some agency because the prince proposes to her, implying that she accepts before the wedding. The illustrations are beautiful and in the end papers, the illustrator Martinez-Neal says that the textiles were "inspired by the weaving and embroidery of indigenous people of Peru."
This would be an excellent book to add to any library collection.
The story still follows the traditional arc of the fairy tale, but I do appreciate the twist. In addition, the princess may have some agency because the prince proposes to her, implying that she accepts before the wedding. The illustrations are beautiful and in the end papers, the illustrator Martinez-Neal says that the textiles were "inspired by the weaving and embroidery of indigenous people of Peru."
This would be an excellent book to add to any library collection.
alboyer6's review
5.0
Beautiful illustrations, and fantastic rhyming with both English and Spanish. One of my favorite picture books I've read in a while, it takes the story of the princess and the pea but adds a clever twist. Fantastic! While I remembered enough college Spanish to know most of the words, in context they are easily deciphered in addition to the glossary being placed at the beginning of the book instead of the end. I think this would be a great storytime book especially if you are trying to incorporate a bit of Spanish vocabulary.
lattelibrarian's review
5.0
This was so cute!! I'm completely, one-hundred percent enamored with this. With the casual insertion of Spanish words to the absolutely gorgeous illustrations, this picture book is one to keep on your bookshelf forever. By adding a Latino twist to a beloved fairy tale, the fairy tale becomes fresh and new again, and perhaps better than ever. It's funny, light-hearted, and has just the right amount of rhyme. Great for grades K-3.
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readwithpassion's review
5.0
La Princesa and the Pea by Susan Middleton Elya is a bilingual retelling of The Princess and the Pea. There is a bit of a twist, and I laughed out loud as I read a section of the book. This book will bring great joy to kids. It does a great job of using Spanish words in ways that require children to consider context clues. Bonus: The illustrations are stunning!