FICTION

El gato y el pajarito/Cat and Bird

Child’s Play. (So Can We! Spanish Bilingual: Bk. 2). Dec. 2025. 16p. tr. from from English by CreoleTrans . Board. $6.99. ISBN 9781835321720. K-Gr 1
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K-Gr 1–A blue cat and a pink bird share their special talents with each other in this bilingual board book. Even though they are different, they can still be friends. One can build a nest and sing, while the other can jump over a gate and sleep all day. They are in awe of each other’s talents and get along well. Each phrase is presented in both English and Spanish. The English text has names for the friends (Cat and Bird), while the Spanish text calls them “the cat” and “the bird.” The story is simple and easy to follow. The illustrations appear to be gouache. Each page is colorful and expresses the beauty of nature with vibrant trees, flowers, and animals. The palette features mostly green, blue, pink, and beige. The animals’ wide round eyes show their curiosity. The blue cat and pink bird blend in well with their surroundings.
VERDICT This simple bilingual board book about a cat and bird friendship is a lovely addition to bilingual board bookshelves.

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