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Los Coquies Aún Cantan by Karina Nicole González

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oddmoose87's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective

3.0

sunflowerjess's review against another edition

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emotional informative reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Although the young girl in this story is fictional, this story is based on the very real Hurricane Maria that struck Puerto Rico in 2017. I LOVED the author's note at the end, which provides facts about the impact of the hurricane and a list of organizations that are working to promote Puerto Rican independence and food sovereignty. The more I learn about how the U.S. treats Puerto Rico, the more disgusted and angry I get. This gorgeously, heartfully illustrated story brings much-needed representation to the world of picture books.

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5.0

2023 YMA Pura Belpre Illustration honor book
2023 YMA Pura Belpre Author honor book

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4.0

4th grade classroom library book review series:

awesome book that tells the story of communal & ecological recovery and life in Puerto Rico after hurricane maria. beautiful illustrations, a very moving story, and awesome resources at the end of the book discussing food sovereignty and grassroots organizations in Puerto Rico

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5.0

brilliant narration and illustration for the horrors of living through a hurricane (and maybe other natural disasters). really beautiful.

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5.0

The Coquíes Still Sing by Karina Nicole González is a picture book about the rebuilding of Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria. It offers readers a window into the devastation of the hurricane and shares the power of community and togetherness.