Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes

In this lively picture book, children discover a world of shapes all around them: rectangles are ice-cream carts and stone metates, triangles are slices of watermelon and quesadillas. Many of the featured objects are Latino in origin, and all are universal in appeal. With rich, boisterous illustrations, a fun-to-read rhyming text, and an informative glossary, this playful concept book will reinforce the shapes found in every child's day

Author: Roseanne Thong
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 03/19/2013
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 9.10h x 9.30w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781452106168
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 2.1
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 158469 / Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes


Award: Texas 2x2 Reading List - Recommended
Award: Americas Award for Children & Young Adult Literature - Commended


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2013
School Library Journal 04/01/2013 pg. 152
Booklist 04/15/2013 pg. 64
Publishers Weekly 04/22/2013
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2013 pg. 46 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
John Parra is an award-winning illustrator, artist, educator, and designer. His illustrations are featured in When Thunder Comes by J. Patrick Lewis. His Hispanic roots and heritage provide a rich cultural palette of inspiring imagery and customs. He lives in Jamaica, New York.

Roseanne Greenfield Thong is a journalist and English teacher. She is the author of Round Is a Mooncake, Red Is a Dragon, One Is a Drummer, and Wish. She lives in Fountain Valley, California.