Babies--whether pandas, puppies, or people--nurse. This bond is
precious; this process, a natural art. Luminous illustrations and
lyrical text will inspire conversations about caretaking in the natural
world, while the bilingual format makes this charming book accessible to
speakers of both Spanish and English. This stunning collaboration
between a children's librarian and an
NBA-player-turned-watercolor-artist introduces readers to a collection
of baby animals doing what comes naturally--nursing. The luminous
illustrations and lyrical, bilingual text give children a glimpse into
the worlds of 13 different mammal babies. Compelling childhood facts
broaden the reader's knowledge about each species. Facts include:
newborn bats consume their own weight in milk every day, and polar bear
cubs are so small that they fit between the toes on their mama's paw.
The overarching theme of breastfeeding inspires conversations about
parenting, biology, habitats, survival, and more, making this book an
engaging choice for young children as well as elementary school readers.
America has the second-largest Spanish-speaking population in the world,
and familiarity with both English and Spanish helps children succeed in
adulthood. Studies have shown that exposure to multiple languages before
age 5 expands a child's cognitive reserve, leading to increased language
acquisition and capacity for memory. In addition, mastering poetry and
rhyme is a shortcut to an enlarged vocabulary. Babies Nurse - Bebes
Maman encompasses all of these linguistic elements, while also
introducing science and parenting concepts. An extensive Teacher's
Guide, available for free download, enhances the book's content,
increasing learning opportunities.
