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mdevlin923's review against another edition
2.0
When Chato learns that Novio Boy doesn't like parties because he doesn't know his birthdate, Chato is determined to throw Novio Boy the best surprise party ever. Chato and his friends put together food and games and music...but Chato forgot to invite Novio Boy! They find him just in time and Novio Boy is moved by the generosity and love of his friends.
kitsuneheart's review against another edition
3.0
I really feel bad for not liking this book more, since I feel it has several elements I like in picture books--bold art, animals, multi-lingual content--but the I feel like the raucousness of Chato and his friends puts me off. Chato certainly has good intentions and loves his friends, but he also threatens a toy dog. Then Novio Boy goes dumpster diving.
Also. There's something really, really off-putting about cats with mustaches. I covered up Chato's mustache in one picture, and things looked so much better. Human facial hair on cats is something I just can't get behind.
If you're looking for a multicultural book, this might be one to try, but definitely check it out from your local library before putting money into a purchase. Based on the reviews I've seen, this one is very hit or miss.
Also. There's something really, really off-putting about cats with mustaches. I covered up Chato's mustache in one picture, and things looked so much better. Human facial hair on cats is something I just can't get behind.
If you're looking for a multicultural book, this might be one to try, but definitely check it out from your local library before putting money into a purchase. Based on the reviews I've seen, this one is very hit or miss.
_eliza's review against another edition
4.0
Great story for reading aloud. The characters are loud and colorful. The students love this one. Great for Oral Reading or Prose for U.I.L.
ecote525's review against another edition
4.0
Could be seen as stereotypical hispanic characters in cat form, but I loved the atmosphere, tone, and feel of the book...kept reminding me of "blood in blood out" only ya know, less bloody and more child friendly...plus cats again, woohoo! and a ninja turtles easter egg!
eirenophile's review against another edition
3.0
I gave this book away, but I wish I still had a copy. It is definitely a super fun book to read aloud.
watkins's review
2.0
Chato throws his friend, Novio Boy, a surprise party on his birthday because he has never had one. Novio Boy wanders around alone and feeling sorry for himself while his friends are preparing the party.
Themes - birthdays, Hispanic culture
I didn't really like this book. It was a familiar story with tereotypical characters. You could use this book with students by having them compare this version of the story with others.
Themes - birthdays, Hispanic culture
I didn't really like this book. It was a familiar story with tereotypical characters. You could use this book with students by having them compare this version of the story with others.
engpunk77's review
4.0
What a delightful, cute, funny little book about being kind to friends that is set in what seems like the "barrio" I lived in in 2000. :) Fills me with nostalgia, even though it's a whimsical party of cats eating cake with mouse-c0lored frosting and canaries on top. Just pure enjoyment with this book, and Mexican children or gringos growing up in Mexican neighborhoods will especially love this (although I'm sure the styles have changed since the late 90's and I'm not sure how close to home this would be with today's youth--I'm not in this neighborhood anymore!)
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