Category: Children Publisher: Exit Studio
ISBN-10: 0964086867
Type: Fiction
Pages: 32
Copyright: April 2005
ISBN-13: 9780964086869
"Follow me into the heart of the forest..." is the irresistible invitation from Guanín, the young Taíno boy who, with his beloved parrot Tahite, embarks on a secret adventure filled with beauty and discovery. Follow along and learn the stories that linger in the ocean foam, feel the breeze of the birds flying through the treetops, hear the soft lullaby of the ocean humming inside a shell, and listen to the unforgettable song of the beloved Puerto Rican "coquí," a tiny frog no bigger than your thumb!
On this journey back 500 years, young readers will explore the lives of the Taínos and discover the valuable lessons to be learned from these remarkable people and their culture about the importance of community, respect for nature, and the value of friendships. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
Excerpt
On this beautiful island,
as far as my eyes can see
the early sun runs shiny fingers
through bright green and golden leaves.
Deep in the heart of this beautiful land,
blue skies, green mountains,
and the ocean embrace as one.
The wind plays and pushes lazy clouds
and makes the tall palm trees
giggle and dance.
Professional Reviews
Criticas Magazine
“In rhythmic prose, Fontánez depicts a community whose members are conscious stewards of Mother Earth. Beyond the story’s attempt to rescue a slice of Taíno life, it manages to convey a pressing environmental message. The eye-popping, color illustrations and the poetic text create a mosaic of the island’s exuberant topography. The book deserves attention for its topic…recommended for school and public libraries.”
Midwest Book Review
“A true work of the storyteller’s art…beautifully illustrated.”
Loose Leaves
“What a beautiful book! The illustrations are striking and the book is informative, well researched and entertaining. This is truly a book to be enjoyed by the entire family.”
