Churro Stand
Written by Karina N. González
Illustrated by Krystal Quiles
Published by Abrams Books for Young Readers
Everybody loves churros!
On a hot summer’s day, Lucía and her brother accompany their mother to sell delicious, sugary churros on the bustling streets of New York City. But when a thunderstorm rolls in, and the customers are chased away, Lucía’s mother must improvise with a little bit of magic and lots of amor. A a heartwarming picture book celebrating love, community, and the POP, SIZZLE, and CRUNCH of a perfect churro—inspired by the author’s relationship with her own mother.
Look for the Spanish version, El Carrito de Churros.
Primary ISBN: 9781951836955
Publication Date: April 2024
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 05 or older
Community Represented: Unspecified (Hispanic/Latinx/Latine)
Themes: Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Family, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Food, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Storytelling, Family Relationship: Parents, Multilingual: Spanish Featured Words, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: United States (New York City NY)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unknown Arrival
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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