Judy Goldman retells animal folktales from five indigenous groups in
Mexico--the Tarahumara, Seri, Huichol, Triqui, and Tseltal. Each story
is followed by information about the featured culture, enriching
readers' understanding of the diverse peoples who make up Mexico.
Fabricio VandenBroeck's lush art portrays the richness of the many
peoples, animals, and places that make up Mexico.
Includes a map of Mexico, showing the location of each indigenous group.
Back matter includes a glossary and tale sources, as well as an index
and a bibliography.
Awards and Honors for Whiskers, Tails & Wings: Animal Folktales from
Mexico
- 2013 Aesop Accolades
- 2013 New York Public Library Children's Books 100 Titles for Reading
and Sharing
- 2014 Storytelling World Award (Honor Book, Storytelling Collections
category)
- 2015 International Latino Book Award (Best Youth Latino Focused
Chapter Book) 2nd Place