It's the first day of summer vacation, and young Daniel is anxiously awaiting the arrival of his big brother Hector and his custom '63 Impala Low Rider. Daniel and Hector cruise the boulevard, compete in a low rider hopping contest at the beach, and drive downtown to visit their artist cousin Diego as he paints an elaborate mural. Along the way, Daniel receives an unexpected gift from his big brother... the gift of determination. 2002 winner of the Latino Literary Hall of Fame Award. This bilingual edition has been re-designed with all text in both Spanish and English.
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Michael P is an acclaimed writer of children's fiction. His first book for young readers, Daniel's Ride, was awarded the 2002 Latino Literary Hall of Fame award for Best Children's Picture Book. His latest book, Turntable Timmy, has received international acclaim and was dubbed an instant Hip-hop classic by LAUNCH/Yahoo. He lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children.
Lee Ballard is a freelance artist whose cutting-edge illustrations are the essence of urban life. His work has been acquired by Hasbro, Rock Star Games, and Sega Japan and shown internationally. His work can also be seen in the full-length animated movie, Wave Twisters. In addition, Lee has taught still life and oil painting at the Academy of Arts College in SF, and Lucasarts Entertainment Company.
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[32p] 11x8.74 inches, profusely illustrated with Ballard's drawings, very good first edition in pictorial boards. Bilingual children's book based on lowrider culture. Seller Inventory # 140180
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Today mu big brother Hector promised to take me cruisin' in his low rider', says Daniel, the narrator of this vibrant picture book. When Hector arrives, the two cruise the beach strip, blasting music. after the stop to visit cousin Diego, the ride is over, but Hector has another wonderful surprise: he promises to give Daniel the Impala if the boy finishes high school and plans to go to college. With its crackling dialogue and sound effects, the text has an energetic, optimistic momentum that's echoed in the unusual collage paintings.' It's the first day of summer vacation, and young Daniel is anxiously awaiting the arrival of his big brother Hector and his custom '63 Impala Low Rider. Daniel and Hector cruise the boulevard, compete in a low rider hopping contest at the beach, and drive downtown to visit their artist cousin Diego as he paints an elaborate mural. Along the way, Daniel receives an unexpected gift from his big brother. the gift of determination. 2002 winner of the Latino Literary Hall of Fame Award. This bilingual edition has been re-designed with all text in both Spanish and English. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780867196412