Reina Ramos: Neighborhood Helper

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Reina helps her neighbors in this Level Two I Can Read story about Reina Ramos, a loyal friend whose high-spirited antics sometimes cause chaos but who always finds a way to make things right!Features Spanish vocabulary and a glossary.

Reinas school is holding a food drive for the local shelter, and the classroom that collects the most cans wins a pizza party! Reina is so excited, but Abuela is too busy helping a neighbor with a new baby to help Reina with her school project. If her class doesnt win, can Reina still find a way to help out

Reina Ramos: Neighborhood Helper is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. The story also contains several Spanish words and a glossary.

Acclaim for the first Reina Ramos I Can Read: Kirkus Best Book List for Early Readers 2022 and Chicago Public Librarys Best of the Best List 2022

Also available in Spanish:Reina Ramos ayuda a los vecinos.

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This level 2 beginning reader contains an engaging, relatable story for emergent readers that features simple text, a sprinkling of Spanish vocabulary, and sweet illustrations on each page. -- Booklist

The Spanish words and -positive messages about managing conflict and problem-solving make this a welcome addition to beginning reader collections. -- School Library Journal

Broad appeal and an engaging emotional journey make this an excellent addition to any early reader collection. Recommended for first purchase. -- School Library Journal

A sparkling tale starring a resilient young protagonist. -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Author Bio

Emma Otheguy writes children's books about Latine identity and Latin American history and literature. She is the author of Mart's Song for Freedom, A Sled for Gabo, and Sofa Acosta Makes a Scene. She co-authored, with Adam Gidwitz, The Unicorn Rescue Society: The Madre de Aguas of Cuba. She holds a PhD in history from New York University and lives in New York City. Visit her at www.emmaotheguy.com. Andres Landazbal is an illustrator and art director based in Colombia. His work has appeared in film, television, and print. Andres' love for drawing and painting was instilled at a young age by reading classic illustrated children's books.