{"product_id":"the-three-billy-goats-buenos-isbn-9780399547393","title":"The Three Billy Goats Buenos","description":"\u003cb\u003eHumor abounds in this masterfully-bilingual twist on \"The Three Billy Goats Gruff\" that dares to ask the question: why is that troll so grumpy anyway?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree little\u003cb\u003e cabritos\u003c\/b\u003e have a clever plan to get past the grumpiest troll in the land. But then one of the billy goats wonders: Why is that \u003cb\u003egigante\u003c\/b\u003e so grumpy, anyway?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis thoughtful question sends their plan in a new direction, and the results are better than they ever imagined.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDashes of humor, empathy, and kindness make this modern twist on a classic tale a charming delight.★ “This picture book exposes children to themes such as empathy, kindness, teamwork, and friendship, providing an ideal opportunity for a storytime focused on mindfulness . . . will motivate youngsters to look beyond appearances.” –\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★ \"Zany charm imbues Elya’s deft retelling of 'The Three Billy Goats Gruff.' Rhymes silly and clever weave in Spanish vocabulary words . . . the delightful story ends in an unexpected friendship.” –\u003ci\u003ePublisher’s Weekly, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A time-honored folktale gets a makeover with the addition of snappy Spanish vocabulary. . .The thoughtful goats in this version of the story find opportunities for empathy and even new friendships when they begin to wonder why the troll is so grumpy. . . An enjoyable addition to any folklore collection, this iteration of the classic story packs visual and linguistic punch.” --\u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"As a read-aloud, this bouncy rhyming story, which smoothly incorporates Spanish words and encourages proper pronunciation, provides a great opportunity to discuss kindness. Ordóñez's blocky, bright illustrations, composed of rounded shapes in flat swathes of color, add to the cheerful atmosphere.\"\u003ci\u003e --Booklist \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Spanish words and phrases dance agilely throughout Elya’s verses, and each couplet ends in a rhyme that will be predictable for kids comfortable in one, either, or both languages . . . Ordóñez’s pencil, collage, and digital compositions are sleek and playful . . . Tailormade for sharing with a storytime audience of English and Spanish speakers. ” –\u003ci\u003eThe Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003eSusan Middleton Elya is the author of many books that cleverly incorporate Spanish vocabulary into lively verse, including \u003ci\u003eLa Princesa and the Pea\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLa Madre Goose\u003c\/i\u003e, both illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal, and \u003ci\u003eLittle Roja Riding Hood\u003c\/i\u003e, illustrated by Susan Guevara. She is originally from Iowa and now lives in Northern California. \u003cbr\u003ewww.susanelya.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMiguel Ordóñez is the illustrator of the bestselling Jimmy Fallon picture books \u003ci\u003eEverything Is Mama\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eYour Baby's First Word Will Be Dada\u003c\/i\u003e. He also designs logos for packaging and businesses. Miguel lives in Madrid with his wife and two daughters. www.miguelordonez.es","brand":"G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302940233957,"sku":"NP9780399547393","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780399547393.jpg?v=1767741843","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-three-billy-goats-buenos-isbn-9780399547393","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}