Reviews

Playing Loteria / El Juego de la Loteria (Bilingual): El Juego de la Loteria by Rene Colato Lainez

crystal_reading's review

4.0

This book highlights a situation that many children have in their families - a grandparent with a different primary language. The boy's mother encourages him to spend time with his grandmother in spite of a language barrier.

During his time with abuelita, the boy learns more Spanish and teaches her more English. They bond at the fair and with the game Loteria. Loteria is much like Bingo. It would be fun to read this and then play Loteria together.

This is a sweet story with much to offer readers about relationships, language, and bravely trying new things.

mochomito's review

4.0

So cute. It. Overs done of the cards and sayings of the loteria game, while learning English and Spanish. Great Book.

reading_ray's review

funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0