Reading Rainbow: Borreguita and the Coyote

BORREGUITA AND THE COYOTE

Retold by: Verna Aardema

Illustrator: Petra Mathers

Narrated by: Olga Merediz

Desription: Enter the vibrant world of Mexican-American in BORREGUITA AND THE COYOTE. In this charming retelling of a Mexican folk tale, a little lamb uses her wits to gain the upper hand and outsmart a hungry coyote. LeVar explores the sights and sounds of his Mexican-American neighbors, and interviews the musical group Los Lobos, who invite LeVar to their home for a fun-filled fiesta.

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