Books with author Cynthia Weil

Did you know that animals that live in one country don't always talk the same language as animals from somewhere else? Take a rooster, for instance. In English-speaking countries, he says cock-a-doodle-doo when he has a notion to announce himself or to greet the dawn. But in Spanish-speaking countries, he says ki-kiri-ki. Emerging readers will delight in identifying the animals depicted on each new page. And the bilingual text invites parent and child into an interactive and playful reading experience for acting out animal sounds in English and Spanish.Craftsman Rubí Fuentes and Efraín Broa from the Mexican state of Oaxaca fill the pages of Animal Talk with vibrant, wildly imaginative figures of familiar animals. Animal Talk is the fifth book in Cynthia Weill's charming First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art series. It is her passion to promote the work of artisans from around the world through early concept books.

“Each page captures a sense of wonder, of the vibrancy of color, the imagination of the artist, the name of the hue. Colors take life in this small picture book, perfect for small hands, in an astonishing pairing of visual intimacy and artistic joy that make this one of the most distinctive recent books on color—in English or otherwise.” —Papertigers.orgThis book truly did take a village of artists, scattered all around mountain villages in the beautiful state of Oaxaca. Fifteen in fact! Go to our website to see who carved what lovely animal. And, please, imagine the adventurous Cindy Weill traipsing from village to village in search of these wonderful artisans.Este libro tomó el trabajo de toda una comunidad de artistas, esparcidos por los pueblos de las montañas del hermoso estado de Oaxaca. Tomó quince artistas, de hecho! Ve a nuestro sitio para ver quien esculpió cada bonito animal. Y, por favor, imagina a la intrépida Cindy Weill paseando de pueblo a pueblo en búsqueda de estos maravillosos artesanos y artesanas.

"It's hard to take one's eyes off this book, the wood sculptures are so appealing, so re-readings are probable."—Chicago Tribune"This second work by one of the authors of ABeCedarios (2007) follows its predecessor's highly praised concept and design . . . another outstanding entry in the First Concepts with Mexican Folk Art series."—Kirkus Reviews"Opuestos is cultural immersion education philosophy at its most creative level. [It] will appeal to a wide variety of interests and tastes."—Midwest Book ReviewThis is the second book in Cynthia Weill's beloved First Concepts in Mexican Folk Arts series, now in a sturdy board book edition.

From the small village of Ruthola, a twelve-year old boy named Rikipot, who works in the stable of King Edwin, is awakened by the song of a Mynah one cold, winter night; a voice that leads him into the forest and to an unbelievable world in the sea, accompanied by a half-sea creature, half-human named Dripold right into the depths of Akiras world. The beautiful Queen Akira asks Rikipot to solve a crisis that only he is destined to end. She introduces him to a treasure hunt that he must play to end the crisis. Unsure though about why he was chosen to play the treasure hunt, although reluctant, he takes on the magical treasure hunt like no other with his best friend Alda, who is willing to support him on his journey.This book is a venture into a world of fairy tales that were yet untold; unknown to two best friends that they probably might be characters of a bigger fairy tale.

From the small village of Ruthola, a twelve-year old boy named Rikipot, who works in the stable of King Edwin, is awakened by the song of a Mynah one cold, winter night; a voice that leads him into the forest and to an unbelievable world in the sea, accompanied by a half-sea creature, half-human named Dripold right into the depths of Akira's world. The beautiful Queen Akira asks Rikipot to solve a crisis that only he is destined to end. She introduces him to a treasure hunt that he must play to end the crisis. Unsure though about why he was chosen to play the treasure hunt, although reluctant, he takes on the magical treasure hunt like no other with his best friend Alda, who is willing to support him on his journey. This book is a venture into a world of fairy tales that were yet untold; unknown to two best friends that they probably might be characters of a bigger fairy tale.

Welcome BabyRose Floral Baby Shower Girl Keepsake includes Predictions with Message, Comments & Wishes,Parents & Memory Book & Gift LogWelcome Baby! Baby Shower Guest Book This pretty baby shower guestbook is the perfect way to capture the memories of your shower! With over 150 pages, your guests will be able to sign their names, leave advice for the parents, and give the new baby their well wishes! Each page has 3 lined sections: Name, Advice for Parents & Wishes for Baby. Once the baby is born, it will be entertaining to go back through your book and discover who made the best predictions.Detail:Dimensions: Square 8.2 x 6 inches.Interior: 150 Total Pages (450 Guest Sign-In Sheets).An instant keepsake to help you remember and treasure the memories of your baby shower.

Welcome BabyBaby Shower Guest Book Welcome Baby Girl Sign In with advice for parents, wishes,Gifts LogWelcome Baby! Baby Shower Guest Book This pretty baby shower guestbook is the perfect way to capture the memories of your shower! With over 150 pages, your guests will be able to sign their names, leave advice for the parents, and give the new baby their well wishes! Each page has 3 lined sections: Name, Advice for Parents & Wishes for Baby. Once the baby is born, it will be entertaining to go back through your book and discover who made the best predictions.Detail:Dimensions: Square 8.2 x 6 inches.Interior: 150 Total Pages (450 Guest Sign-In Sheets).An instant keepsake to help you remember and treasure the memories of your baby shower.