En esta emocionante historia, basada en las propias experiencias del autor e ilustrador, un nino se muda de Puerto Rico a los Estados Unidos en donde descubre que la ciudad de Nueva York tiene mucho mas en comon con la ciudad de San Juan que lo que el podia imaginar.
Nomar Perez naci en la hermosa isla de Puerto Rico, en la ciudad de Ponce, y se mud con sus padres y cinco hermanos a Ohio a los 10 anos. Nomar ha sido influenciado por todo tipo de arte, especialmente la animaci n, marionetas, y el arte digital. Estudi animaci n en computadora y pintura en Bowling Green State University en Ohio, y desde entonces trabaja como ilustrador en productos de expresi n social en las categorias de humor, ninos y j venes adultos. Nomar tambien ha ilustrado varios libros de cuentos para ninos y publicaciones escolares. De aqui como el Coqui, es su estreno como autor-ilustrador.
Américas Award Commended Title
New York Public Library Best Books for Kids
Chicago Public Library Best Picture Books
* “Perez lavishly portrays San Juan and New York City with
beautiful artwork and crafts a tale that is sure to ring true to
many children.”—School Library Connection, starred review
“Perez draws upon his own childhood experience of moving from
Puerto Rico to Ohio, capturing the emotional experience of moving,
adjusting, and remembering one’s culture and origins. Bright,
bustling cartoon illustrations offer readers plenty to look at as
they take in the two distinct cities alongside
Miguel.”—Booklist
“The happy and positive message that not all new beginnings are to
be feared is a welcome one.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Vivid spreads bring Miguel’s entwined trepidation and awe to life,
resulting in a reassuring narrative.”—Publishers Weekly
“Vibrant, colorful illustrations depict the life and beauty of
Puerto Rico and the rich diversity that can be found in Miguel’s
new neighborhood. . . . and conveys the excitement, sadness, and
new possibilities that Miguel experiences. This is a wonderful book
with a comforting message, perfect for sharing with young readers
who are experiencing big changes. . . . A strong choice for all
collections.”—School Library Journal
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