Gathering the Sun: An Alphabet in Spanish and English: Bilingual Spanish-English
Alma Flor Ada
(Author)
Simon Silva
(Illustrator)
Description
In simple words and sun-drenched paintings, Alma Flor Ada and Simón Silva take us into the fields and orchards, and into the lives of the people who work them. Simple poems in Spanish and English, one for each letter of the Spanish alphabet, describe the wonder of the vegetable and fruit farms. Together, the poems and the rich illustrations celebrate the glory of nature and the hearts of all who dedicate their lives to working the land.
Product Details
Price
$9.99
$9.29
Publisher
HarperCollins Espanol
Publish Date
October 09, 2001
Pages
40
Dimensions
9.1 X 10.8 X 0.4 inches | 0.45 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9780688170677
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About the Author
THE ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS, formerly the American Dietetic Association, is the largest group of food and nutrition professionals in the world. As the advocate of the dietetic profession, the Academy serves the public by promoting optimal nutrition, health, and well-being.
Simóon SilvaHaving grown up a part of a migrant-working family, Simón Silva says, "I grew up with a certain amount of shame about who I was, and it wasn'tuntil I came to understand and appreciate my culture that I was able to find true purpose for myself and my art." This is Simón Silva's first book.
Reviews
"These brief poems honor the lives of migrant farmwokers and celebrate an alphabetic list of spanish words.""The Horn Book
