The Life of Selena / La vida de Selena

by Patty Rodriguez, Ariana Stein, Citlali Reyes (Illustrator)

Overview

A Lil' Libros Bilingual Biography

Selena’s career started at a young age when she became lead singer in her family's band, Selena Y Los Dinos. She went on to become an award-winning artist with albums like Amor Prohibido and Selena Live, and earned the title "Queen of Tejano Music.” Your little one will learn that Selena’s favorite food was pizza and that the most important people in the world to her were her familia and fans.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780986109997
Publisher:	Lil' Libros
Publication date:	03/13/2018
Series:	Lil' Libros Bilingual Book
Edition description:	Bilingual Edition: English & Spanish
Pages:	22
Sales rank:	69,954
Product dimensions:	6.60(w) x 6.60(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range:	3 Months to 3 Years

About the Author

Unable to find bilingual first concept books she could enjoy reading to her baby, Patty Rodriguez came up with the idea behind Lil' Libros. Patty and her work have been featured in the Los Angeles Times, Rolling Stone, CNN Latino, Latina Magazine, Cosmopolitan, People En Espanol, Cosmo Latina, and American Latino TV, to name a few. She is currently Sr. Producer for On Air With Ryan Seacrest.

Editorial Reviews

This book is super cute and does a really nice job capturing the essence of Selena’s life. [My daughter] loves listening along and looking at the beautiful illustration.” — Madelaine, Parent of 2-month-old

PBS Parents

Selena Quintanilla is one of the most recognizable Latina music artists of our time. Teach your little one about the Queen of Tejano with this simplified bilingual board book from Lil’ Libros. This book is adorably illustrated in full color and highlights Selena’s lasting impact on her industry and fans, and is easy for any caretaker to read to your little one.

healthline Parenthood

This adorable, bilingual board book introduces young children to new Spanish words and to the life of celebrated Mexican American singer Selena Quintanilla.

Book Riot - Eileen Gonzalez

This is a perfect addition for the littlest members of your family’s Selena fan club.

BuzzFeed - zoraidacordova

06/01/2018
PreS—In these two new installments in the series, creators Rodriguez and Stein bring to the hands of babies and toddlers the images of two iconic Latinx and Latin American stars: Mexican American singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez and Mexican actor Mario Moreno "Cantinflas." The unique format; vibrant colors; and use of space, text, and illustrations make these successful introductions to concepts, images, and language. In Cantinflas, the subject travels by train, boat, air balloon, scooter, bus, and camel through different countries around the world. Images of animals, recognizable landmarks, country map, and the English/Spanish word for the country are captured on each page. More words in English/Spanish and a facts about Cantinflas's life and work would have enhanced this cute and accessible board book. In The Life of Selena/La vida de Selena, contrary to other books in the series, sentences include specific words in larger font. From her childhood to her passions and legacy and through short and simple text, the volume provides a well-crafted glimpse into the singer's life and work. Both titles enhance the limited options of authentic Latinx and bilingual board books, and provide exposure and visibility to historic entertainers and artists from Latinx communities. VERDICT Must-have selections for board book shelves.—Sujei Lugo, Boston Public Library

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