​Living In Mexico       
Written by Chloe Perkins
Illustrated by Tom Woolley
Ages: 5  - 7
Grade Level: K – 2

I loved this book! It’s great for research and so readable! It gves you all the important facts you need for a report, like where Mexico is , right next to Guatemala. It tells you about the population, more than 120 million, the geography, landforms, weather, and major cities. Rosa is your guide. She shows you where her parents work and what school is like. Did you know Mexican children learn to speak 2 languages, Spanish and English? They study history from the ancient Indians onward. If you’d like to try Rosa’s favorite snack, sprinkle chili powder on pineapple and grab a glass of lime juice. School is over at 2:00. That’s when Mexican kids go to after-school programs. Want to know more? Read the back matter to discover quick facts like the capital, total area, government, money, and the flag. My favorite involves chocolate…YUM!
 
If you like this book, check out the rest of the series. A quick trip to your library, and you can travel around the world. Bon Voyage!

Baby Rattlesnake         
Adapted by Lynn Moroney
Written by Te Ata
Illustrated by Mira Reisburg
Ages: 4  - 6
Grade Level: PS – 3

Full Disclosure, again: I finally got my book, and I love it! So will teachers, parents, and kids! Baby Rattlesnake throws a temper tantrum that’s so loud that his tribe gives in. My favorite part…an elder says let him have his rattle. He’ll get into trouble, learn a lesson, and everyone else can sleep.
That’s exactly what happens! Baby picks the wrong human, the chief’s daughter. She lets Baby have it, and he goes home crying. Hopefully, lesson learned! I LOVE this story, and Mira’s pictures…GORGEOUS! I hope you check out this book and her illustrations.​

Baby Rattlesnake            
Adapted by Lynn Moroney
Written by Te Ata
Illustrated by Mira Reisburg
Ages: 4  - 6
Grade Level: PS – 3

Full disclosure: I haven’t read this book, but it’s on order, and it’s finally on its way. Why buy this book? I took a class from Mira, and she critiqued my writing. I love buying books from my mentors. Plus, Baby Rattlesnake is one of Mira’s most popular books, and the kids I meet subbing will love it!

The story…Baby Rattlesnake wants a rattle like his siblings, but his parents say he’s too young. Baby throws a tantrum, and his parents give in. But…it’s the wrong choice…because Baby uses his rattle to scare the animals he meets until…he picks the wrong creature. This story is adapted from a Chickasaw Indian tale. I can’t wait to get my hands on it! ​