Spanish is the language of my family / Michael Genhart ; illustrated by John Parra.

Author/creator Genhart, Michael author.
Other author Parra, John, illustrator.
Format Book
EditionFirst edition.
PublicationNew York : Holiday House, [2023]
Copyright Date©2023
Description1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Subjects

Abstract It's time to prepare for the school Spanish spelling bee, and Manolo is determined to take home the grand prize. Naturally, he turns to his loving abuela for help and together they spell the words: H-e-r-m-o-s-o. Beautiful. O-r-g-u-l-l-o-s-o. Proud. F-u-e-r-t-e. Strong. While they practice, Abuela shares stories of when she was a little girl. Back then, students were not permitted to speak Spanish in public school and were harshly treated for doing so. Hearing these stories inspires Manolo to study even harder. An empowering intergenerational story of family ties, cultural pride, and healing, illustrated with vibrancy and warmth by three-time Pura Belpré Honoree John Parra, this story includes information on the history of the National Spanish Spelling Bee, the prohibition on speaking Spanish in public schools, and the Spanish alphabet.
Abstract A young boy bonds with his beloved abuela over a love of Spanish.
General note"Neal Porter Books."
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references.
Interest age level Ages 4-8
Interest grade level Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 2
LanguageText primarily in English, with some text in Spanish.
Awards noteAméricas Award honorable mention, 2024
Awards noteTomás Rivera Mexican American Children's Book Award, Younger Readers, 2024 (Winner)
Awards noteHorn Book Fanfare, Picture Books, 2023 (Selection)
Awards noteBooklist Editors' Choice: Books for Youth, Younger Readers, 2023 (Selection)
Awards noteCenter for the Study of Multicultural Children's Literature Best Multicultural Children's Books, 2023 (Selection)
Genre/formJuvenile works.
Genre/formFiction.
Genre/formPicture books.
Genre/formPicture books.
LCCN 2022033724
ISBN9780823450046 hardcover
ISBN082345004X hardcover