Joe speaks English.
You will also like Let\'s Be Friends, Seamos Amigos , by René Colato Laínez; illustrated by Nomar Perez..
René was raised in El Salvador and Nomar in Puerto Rico.
Nomar Perez, illustrator of best-selling children\'s books as well as greeting cards, has a bright, bold, colorful, kid-pleasing style that invites readers to befriend the characters in this book.
The fun friendship story engages children, while simple words, short sentences, and a glossary reinforce learning.
René Colato Laínez, a teacher in a bilingual kindergarten classroom, has crafted an ingenious story that authentically and naturally uses conversation to introduce children to English and Spanish.
A delightful reading experience for bilingual families.
Perfect for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and first and second graders who are learning to speak or read English and Spanish.
Ganamos, says José.
We win, says Joe.
But when the coach lets them in the game, both Joe and José score goals.
At first, the boys must wait on the bench.
They can both juggle the ball.
They have their uniforms and their cleats.
Two boys, an English speaker and a Spanish speaker, are on the same Soccer team. / Estoy listo.
I am ready. /Tengo mi uniforme.
I have my uniform. / Hi, José.
This story is in English and Spanish! Hola, Joe.
A José le gusta el fútbol.
José habla español.
He loves soccer.
Joe speaks English
