Abuela’s Weave

By Omar S. Castañeda, Enrique O. Sanchez

This touching story of personal growth and family pride is illustrated with authentic Guatemalan scenery that gives life to the country’s radiant landscape and bustling city streets.

Front cover for El tapiz de Abuela by Omar S. Castañeda and Enrique O. Sanchez
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El tapiz de Abuela
By Omar S. Castañeda, Enrique O. Sanchez

Description

Esperanza’s Abuela, her grandmother, is unmatched in her skill in weaving traditional Mayan tapestries. She has shared her gift with her granddaughter, and now they plan to sell their goods at the market. However, the birthmark on Abuela’s face may scare customers away. So Esperanza must cope with the city streets and find buyers alone.

This touching story of personal growth and family pride is illustrated with authentic Guatemalan scenery that gives life to the country’s radiant landscape and bustling city streets.

About the Creators

Omar S. Castañeda
Omar S. Castañeda

Omar S. Castañeda (1954-1997) was born in Guatemala City and moved to the United States when he was a child. He was a teacher of creative writing at Western Washington University.

Enrique O. Sanchez
Enrique O. Sanchez

Enrique O. Sanchez has illustrated numerous award winning children's books, including Lee & Low's Abuela's Weave, Amelia's Road, and Confetti. A native of the Dominican Republic, he splits his time between his homes in Bass Harbor, Maine and Miami, Florida.

Awards

  • CCBC Choices

    Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC)

Reviews

  • "The strength here lies in the wealth of cultural detail presented almost unobtrusively within a story that will appeal to young listeners."

    - Booklist
  • "Castañeda's rich narrative effectively evokes the harmonious way of life of many Indian communities in Latin America. . .. A book to be read independently and enjoyed by all children."

    - School Library Journal
  • "An excellent first showing. . .The relationship is warm and the many authentic details are vividly described. Handsome, appealing, and sure to be useful."

    - Kirkus Reviews

Paperback

  • ISBN 9781880000205
  • Publication Date Mar 01, 1993
  • Trim Size 10 × 8 in
  • Weight 0.3125 lbs
  • Page Count 32
  • Hardcover

  • ISBN 9781880000007
  • Publication Date Mar 01, 1993
  • Trim Size N/A
  • Weight 0.9375 lbs
  • Page Count 32
  • Interests

  • Audience Children
  • BISAC Category 1 JUV / People & Places / Caribbean & Latin America
  • BISAC Category 2 JUV / Family / Multigenerational
  • BISAC Category 3 JUV / Girls & Women
  • Themes Art, Childhood Experiences and Memories, Conflict resolution, Courage, Disabilities, Discrimination, Economics / Finance, Empathy / Compassion, Families, Fiction, Grandparents, Holidays / Traditions, Home, Identity / Self Esteem / Confidence, Indigenous / First Nations / Native American, Latinx / Latino / Hispanic, Neighbors, Overcoming Obstacles, Persistence / Grit, Poverty, Pride, Realistic Fiction, Respect / Citizenship, Responsibility, Self Control / Self Regulation
  • Reading Levels

  • Age Range Ages 6 - 9
  • Grade Range Grades 1 - 4
  • Guided Reading R
  • ATOS Book Level 5.2
  • DRA 40
  • Interest Level Grades 1 - 4
  • Lexile Code AD
  • Lexile Level 960
  • Reading Level Grades 3 - 4
  • SRC 5.5
  • Bebop Reading Fluent
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