Simply written, yet full of vivid imagery, this bilingual book about preparing bean soup is a fun, almost magical experience.
USBBY Outstanding International Books Honor List
“Argueta’s lyrical Spanish translated into its counterpart English is filled with visual and aromatic imagery that turns soup-making into art.” — Kirkus Reviews
“The earthy tones in the soft watercolor illustrations are pleasing to viewers...Kids will enjoy hearing the story read...” — School Library Journal
“Reinforcing the strong connection between cooking and poetry, Argueta combines the two in a bilingual free-verse recipe for ‘una sabrosa sopita de frijoles,’ or ‘yummy bean soup’...Both versions have an easy flow that positively bubbles with the young chef’s elemental delight.” — Booklist
