The Hummingbird Sings and Dances: Latin American Lullabies and Nursery Rhymes
Mariana Ruiz Johnson
(Author)
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Description
25 endearing songs in Spanish that have stood the test of time. An extraordinary collection of traditional nursery rhymes and lullabies in Spanish originating from Latin America that have withstood the test of time. Warm, colourful illustrations with earth-toned backgrounds provide the setting for this endearing repertoire of family-friendly songs from 17 different countries. Solid musicianship supporting lively vocal performances transport the young listener into a playful, fanciful world inhabited by singing frogs and dancing skeletons! A map of Latin America and complete lyrics in Spanish with English translations appear at the end of the book. The musical picture book is accompanied by a CD (and a unique digital download code) featuring 19 songs.
Product Details
Price
$16.95
$15.76
Publisher
Secret Mountain
Publish Date
September 01, 2018
Pages
64
Dimensions
8.0 X 8.2 X 0.4 inches | 0.79 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9782924774205
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Mariana Ruiz Johnson studied fine arts and illustrations in Argentina. She has published several books for children as an author and illustrator in Latin America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the United States. In 2013 she received the Picture Book Compostela Prize for the Spanish publication of Mama and, in 2015, she won the international "Silent Book Contest" at the prestigious Bologna Children's Book Fair with her book Sleep Tight.
Reviews
"A really wonderful way to introduce children to music from many Latin American cultures and to get the whole family dancing."--KIRKUS REVIEWS