What Can You Do With a Rebozo?

by: Carmen Tafolla; Illustrated by Amy Cordova

Published by: Tricycle Press (April release)

Reviewed by Andrea Sisco

A rebozo is a traditional Mexican shawl. The book, What Can You Do With a Rebozo? is a fun and educational look at the traditional garb of a culture some readers may not be familiar with.

A young girl invites you into her home and life and shows you, through the story, the various uses for a rebozo. The uses are creative and practical; from using it as a wrap to carry a baby to using it to cover one when they fall asleep.

What makes What Can You Do With a Rebozo? especially good for children is the manner in which the author is able to inform and entertain. I love the illustrations. They are vibrant, inviting and informative. Children will be drawn to the pictures and thus the story as the illustrations complement the story.

Armchair Interviews says: A book to help children learn about their own, or perhaps another culture while enjoying a good story.

Author’s Web site: http://www.CarmenTafolla.com