by Maria Dolores Aguila
Illustrations by Erika Meza
Dial Books for Young Readers
an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC
2025
40 pages
ISBN: 9780593462256
Menudo Sunday celebrates the family tradition that happens every Sunday when primos (cousins), tias (aunts), tios (uncles) and extended family gather at abuelitos' casa (grandparents' house). And what a celebration it is!
Cover art shows a large family gathered over a huge bowl of menudo. Even the family pets have a spot!Counting in Spanish and English is a bonus to this lovely story of family, tradition, love and the beloved recipes passed down through the generations. Menudo brings this family together as they sing, visit, play and share. When the first giant bowl of menudo crashes to the floor (no thanks to the family dogs and the kids underfoot), Abuelito (grandfather) says take a breath and we'll start another pot.
While the male relatives cook, the cousins continue to play until it's menudo time. The family bows their heads for grace and share a wonderful meal. This story isn't about the food: from the illustrations depicting sheer joy and love to the charming grandpa who teaches patience and grace through his actions, Menudo Sunday is the best counting book of the year, but it's not about the counting either. It's about the character of the content.
Added content is a glossary of Spanish words, a note from the author and helpful tips for hosting a menudo Sunday of your own.
Highly, highly recommended for every collection. A true keeper. Grades 1-5.
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