Rafi and Rosi

By Lulu Delacre

Two Puerto Rican tree frog siblings learn about science and social studies topics during their adventures on their island home.

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This book is also available in Spanish
Rafi y Rosi
By Lulu Delacre

Description

In this chapter book series, Rafi and his younger sister, Rosi, explore their surroundings and learn about the traditions, plants, animals, and environment of Puerto Rico. Young readers will enjoy the adventures of these curious siblings and will relate to their special bond as brother and sister. An added plus is the sprinkling of easy Spanish words that add flavor to the stories.

In Rafi and Rosi, Rafi amazes Rosi with the magic he finds everywhere. He can move sand with his magic fingers. He can shoot stars from the sky. He can even find the smallest tree in the forest. Then one day Rafi’s pet hermit crab runs away. Now it’s Rosi’s turn to show that she knows where to look for magic too. Can she find the crab in time for them to watch it shed its shell?

Check out the other titles in this series: RAFI AND ROSI • RAFI AND ROSI CARNIVAL! • RAFI AND ROSI PIRATES! • RAFI AND ROSI MUSIC! • RAFI AND ROSI MENU!

About the Creators

Lulu Delacre

Lulu Delacre, three-time Pura Belpré Award honoree and winner of an Orbis Pictus Honor, is the illustrator of numerous award-winning books, several of which she also wrote or compiled. Her books include fiction and nonfiction and range from picture books to young adult titles. Delacre was born and grew up in Puerto Rico, where she loved to draw pictures, enjoy nature, and partake of the culture and traditions of her native island. Her experiences there are the inspiration for many of her works. Delacre and her husband live in Washington, DC. luludelacre.com.

Awards

  • Junior Library Guild Selection

    Junior Library Guild

  • Best Children's Books of the Year

    Bank Street College of Education

Reviews

  • "Delacre closes each episode on a note of harmony, and casts her sibs as clothed coquis (small frogs) who, despite some teasing, plainly think the world of each other. . . . Sweet. "

    - Kirkus Reviews
  • "The teasing banter and tender rapport between the siblings are the most appealing features of these stories. Delacre's brightly colored cartoon illustrations add detail and a light touch. "

    - School Library Journal

Paperback

  • ISBN 9780892393770
  • Price $11.95
  • Publication Date Feb 01, 2016
  • Trim Size 9 × 6 in
  • Weight 0.375 lbs
  • Page Count 64
  • Interests

  • Imprint Children's Book Press
  • Audience Children
  • BISAC Category 1 JUV / Readers / Intermediate
  • BISAC Category 2 JUV / Family / Siblings
  • BISAC Category 3 JUV / Places / Caribbean & Latin America
  • Themes Animal / Biodiversity / Plant Adaptations, Animals, Childhood Experiences and Memories, Cultural Diversity, Environment / Nature, Exploring Ecosystems, Fantasy, Fiction, Friendship, Games / Toys, Geography, Latinx / Latino / Hispanic, Multiple Ethnicities Represented, Nature / Science, Siblings, Water
  • Languages English
  • Reading Levels

  • Age Range Ages 4 - 8
  • Grade Range Grades K - 3
  • Guided Reading K
  • ATOS Book Level 2.8
  • DRA 20
  • Lexile Level 440
  • Lexile Measurement 440L
  • Intervention 20
  • Reading Level Grades 2 - 3
  • SRC 2.1
  • Bebop Reading Early Fluent
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