This myth explains the origin of the sea, the forest, and the island now called Puerto Rico. Readers will find a land of enchantment in these pages. -- PublishersWeekly.com An enchanting Spanish-language picture book that recreates the indigenous legend of Puerto Ricos origins Named a 1998 Pura Belpré Honor Book by the American Library Association Award-winning author and illustrator Named a 1998 Pura Belpré Honor Book by the American Library Association "Glowing colors, stylized figures, and overlays are the hallmarks of the eye-catching art, while the spare, clipped prose makes this a folktale beginning readers can tackle." -Booklist "The story is told in a simple, lyrical style that will quickly involve young listeners in the myth . . . A welcome addition to the folklore shelves." -Kirkus Reviews NINA JAFFE's acclaimed retellings of world folklore include Patakin: World Tales of Drums and Drummers (Cricket Books, 2001) and Tales for the Seventh Day: A Collection of Sabbath Stories (Scholastic, 2000). She is the author of the DC Comics Wonder Woman series for young readers (HarperCollins, 2004). Her books have been honored with the Sydney Taylor Award, The Anne Izard Storyteller's Choice Award, and a Smithsonian Notable Book. Ms. Jaffe is on the graduate faculty of Bank Street College of Education. She lives in New York City with her family. ENRIQUE O. SANCHEZ is a talented fine artist and an accomplished illustrator with several books to his credit, including Big Enough/Bastante grande by Ofelia Dumas Lachtman (Piñata Books, 1998). Sánchez lives in Vermont with his wife. Used Book in Good Condition