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Jose and his dog play soccer in this fun early reader that uses both Spanish and English! Jose has been selected for the school soccer team! Finally, he gets to be part of el equipo de fotbol. He starts practicing in his backyard right away. But when he kicks the ball toward the net, his best friend--who is also his dog, Feliz--runs after it! Can Jose find a way to bring his furry pal to his fotbol games without worrying el perro will chase el bal n? Join Jose as he teaches Feliz all the new commands he needs to know! This early reader, co-written by notable Broadway producer Susan Rose and children's book author Silvia L pez, is the perfect introduction for English-speaking children who have just begun learning Spanish. The inclusion of the Spanish/English translations at the end of the book also makes it an excellent teaching tool. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.

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"""An excellent addition to early chapter book collections. This title has so much promise for readers who are learning Spanish, interested in soccer, or have a love of dogs."" —School Library Journal"

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Silvia L pez (she/her) was born in Cuba and moved to Miami as a child. Her lifelong love of books turned into a career as a children's librarian until, later in life, she became a children's author. L pez is an eclectic writer whose work reflects her interest in animals, history, folk tales, and people who have overcome obstacles to achieve great things. Her books include Just Right Family- An Adoption Story (Florida Book Award 2018, illustrated by Ziyue Chen); Handimals- Animals in Art and Nature (a collaboration with Italian artist Guido Daniele); Queen of Tejano Music- Selena, which received the Florida Book Award in 2020 (English and Spanish, illustrated by Paola Escobar); Pacho Nacho (bilingual, illustrated by Pablo Pino); My Little Golden Book about Frida Kahlo (English and Spanish, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri); and My Little Golden Book about Sonia Sotomayor (English and Spanish, illustrated by Nomar Perez).

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