Rafi y Rosi

Title: Rafi y Rosi ¡Menú!/Rafi and Rosi Menu

Author: Lulu Delacre

Publisher: Children's Book Press

Review Copy: Final copy provided by publisher

Availability: On shelves now

Summary: Rafi and Rosi, the curious, fun-loving tree frog siblings, are cooking up a storm with delicious Puerto Rican treats on the menu. Rafi y Rosi, los hermanos rana arbórea curiosos y amantes de la diversión, están preparando una tormenta con deliciosas delicias puertorriqueñas en el menú. 

My Thoughts: This is a fun beginning reader that is part of the Rafi and Rosi series. The book focuses on the two young frogs who are helping their grandmother with the cooking. After checking the kitchen to see if they have all of the ingredients, they must go make a purchase for her and there are complications along the way. 

The storyline is fun and cheerful even when the characters are facing difficulties. I read the book in Spanish and in English. There are some challenging words for beginning readers, but there is a glossary at the beginning to help with some of that. 

This is a light-hearted and interesting way to read about some Puerto Rican foods. A bonus feature is the inclusion of recipes at the end and some background about the treats. 

I'm looking forward to sharing this book with students and seeing their responses. I am currently learning Spanish and this was a delightful way to practice my reading fluency so I believe that beginning readers will also enjoy spending time with these frog siblings.