Mercado: Heart of the Barrio
Written by Judy Goldman
Illustrated by Ilan Rabchinskey
Published by Reycraft Books
“Because Mexico is in its markets,” as Pablo Neruda writes, Mexican author Judy Goldman takes us on a visually stunning journey through the colors, aromas, and flavors of its markets. So grab a bag and let’s go!


Primary ISBN: 9781478873822
Publication Date: October 2022
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback
Middle Grade, Age 08 or older
Community Represented: Mexican/Mexican American
Themes: Animals, Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Food, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: Mexico
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: In Home Country
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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