Round Is a Tortilla

(Hardback)

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Children can discover a world of shapes all around them.

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A perfect choice for the very youngest audiences.--School Library Journal Extra Helping
Poetic ode to shapes. - Publishers Weekly
Take a tour of Latino culture and learn about shapes at the same time.-Library Media Connection

Author Bio

Roseanne Thong is a journalist and English teacher. She has written Round Is a Mooncake, Red is a Dragon, One is a Drummer and Wish for Chronicle. John Parra is an award winning illustrator, artist, educator and designer. He has received honors and accolades from The American Library Association (ALA), The Society of Childrens Book Writers and Illustrators and many more. His Hispanic roots and heritage provided a rich cultural palette of inspiring imagery and customs. Mexican mural artists, folk style paintings, pop art designs, outsider art, cultural symbols, surrealist compositions, regional cuisine, music and dance costumes are all visual influences seen in his work.