When Julia danced bomba = Cuando Julia bailaba bomba / by Raquel M. Ortiz ; illustrations by Flor de Vita ; Spanish translation by Gabriela Baeza Ventura / por Raquel M. Ortiz ; ilustraciones de Flor de Vita.
Edition:
[Vox edition].
Publisher:
Library IdeasLLC,
Copyright Date:
2022
Description:
1 audio-enabled book (1 volume (unpaged)) : color illustrations, digital ; 29 cm
Vox Books - books that talk! Book originally published: Houston, TX : Piñata Books, an imprint of Arte Público Press, [2019]. "The permanently attached VOX Reader transforms an ordinary print book into an all-in-one read-along. There's no need for computers, tablets or CDs. Children simply push a button to listen and read"--Publisher's website. VOX Audio playback device includes headphone jack, external speaker, play/pause button, volume controls, page-turning controls, rechargeable battery, low battery indicator, and removable AC adapter. Read by Maria Liatis.
Summary:
"Julia, they're already warming up. Hurry!" Cheito says to his little sister as they rush to their bomba class. Cheito is a natural on the drums, but Julia isn't as enthusiastic about dancing. Julia tries to imitate the best dancer in the class, but her turns are still too slow, her steps too big. She just can't do anything right! When the instructor announces the younger students will be participating in the bombazo and performing a solo, Julia is terrified. When it's her turn, she takes a deep breath, closes her eyes and focuses on the beat of the drum. As she dances, Julia notices that the drums are actually talking to her. Feeling braver, she stops worrying and trying so hard. Instead, she loses herself in the rhythm of the bomba drums and enjoys herself! Introducing children to the Afro-Latino tradition of bomba music and dancing, author and educator Raquel M. Ortiz shares another story for children ages 5-9 about her rich Puerto Rican heritage. With lively illustrations by Flor de Vita that aptly express Julia's frustration, fear and joy, this book will help children understand that practicing yields results!
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.