Copyright Date:
2016
Edition Date:
2016
Release Date:
01/01/16
Illustrator:
Smith, Kim,
Pages:
27 pages
ISBN:
1-479-58717-6
ISBN 13:
978-1-479-58717-9
Dewey:
E
LCCN:
2015024977
Dimensions:
24 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Wed Jun 01 00:00:00 CDT 2016)
JULES, Jacqueline & Kim Smith . Singing Superstar . ISBN 9781479587162 ; ISBN 9781479587223 . ea vol: 32p. (Sofia Martinez). Capstone . Jan. 2016. lib. ed. $20.50. pap. $5.95. Gr 1-2 Sofia Martinez is at it again with more zany adventures. In Singing Superstar , she receives a special gift that allows for constant creative expression through song, but it takes her some time to find the perfect audience. In The Secret Recipe , Sofia struggles with paying attention while cooking with her abuela and the finished product doesn't taste quite right. Through every up and down, Sofia's family remains a source of unwavering love and support. The illustrations are bright and cheerful and complement the story lines. Mostly in English, with a sprinkling of Spanish words throughout, the works are well written and provide adequate context clues to assist children in decoding the meaning of unknown words. A glossary of Spanish vocabulary and thought-provoking questions are appended and allow for an extension of the story. VERDICT With broad appeal to beginning readers, these easy to read titles are strong additions to most collections. Kristen Todd-Wurm, Middle Country Public Library, NY
Head into the kitchen with Sofia Martinez. Sofia wants to help her abuela make arroz con leche for the church dinner, but things dont go as planned. Find out if Sofia is able to fix the recipe so her grandma isnt embarrassed in this early chapter book. With Spanish words and phrases sprinkled throughout, this early chapter books is perfect for those learning Spanish or English!