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“Cheerful illustrations complement the text, helping readers make sense of the narrative…Cuando quieres un perro feliz, look no further.”
—Kirkus Reviews

José and El Perro (José and El Perro #1)

Written by Susan Rose and Silvia López
Illustrated by Gloria Félix
Published by Penguin Young Readers Group

Join José as he trains his new dog in this fun early reader that uses both Spanish and English!

José loves his family: his Papi, Mami, and little sister, Sofi. But something is missing—he dreams of having a dog, un perro of his own. Finally José gets to pick el perro perfecto, the perfect dog, from a shelter. But when he tries out commands like “¡Siéntate!” (sit) and “¡Échate!” (lie down), his new pet simply tilts his head to the side in confusion. Then he realizes that the dog does understand commands—he just doesn’t understand Spanish! Follow along as José teaches su perro inteligente some new words en español.

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Primary ISBN: 9780593521175
Publication Date: April 2023
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Early Chapter Book, Age 05 or older

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Setting: United States

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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