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""Lively animal sounds and the soothing voice of narrator Adriana Sananes make this a joyful listen for kids. Episodes in the life of iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo show her happy times as a young girl and her difficult time after the bus accident that left her permanently injured. Through it all, Frida's many pets and creatures, such as Bonito the parrot and her spider monkeys, named Fulang Chang and Caimito de Guayabal, were a source of inspiration and comfort. Instead of focusing heavily on the depressing aspects of the artist's life, the author uses her Animalitos to highlight Frida's spirit, curiosity, and imagination. An author's note explains Kahlo's artistic influence and lists the works in which her Animalitos appear, so parents can pair this audiobook with images of Kahlo's paintings."" -- ""AudioFile"" ""Lively, often lyrical prose...introduces Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, interweaving biographical details while highlighting her special relationships with pets."" -- ""Booklist"" ""This unique and gorgeous take on the famous figure's work will give children an accessible entry point to an important artist."" -- ""School Library Journal""

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Monica Brown is the author of many award-winning books for children, including Waiting for the Biblioburroand Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match/ Marisol McDonald no combina. Her books have received starred reviews, Pura Belpre honors, Americas Awards, an NCTE Orbis Pictus honor, and a Christopher Award. Monica's books are inspired by her Peruvian and Jewish heritages and her desire to bring diverse stories to children. Monica is a professor of English at Northern Arizona University. She lives in Arizona with her husband and two daughters. Her website is monicabrown.net. Adriana Sananes is an award-winning bilingual New York City stage actress, director, and narrator. A recipient of a theatre fellowship from The Princess Grace Foundation, she has recorded more than 150 audiobooks, including Spanish versions of Polar Bear, Polar Bear, To Kill a Mockingbird, Go Set a Watchman, and Pulitzer Prize winner Enrique's Journey, for which she won a Audie for Best Spanish Narration.

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