Storytime with Jacqueline Alcántara - Tíos and Primos

A little girl meets more relatives than she can count—but how will she communicate with them if she can’t speak their language?

Join us for a special storytime with Jacqueline Alcántara, author of Tíos and Primos.

At 57th Street Books.

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About the Book

It’s a little girl’s first trip to her papa’s homeland and she’s wowed by all the amazing sights and sounds—and especially by the size of her enormous family! But she only knows a little Spanish, and it’s hard not to be able to share jokes and stories. Fortunately, her relatives help her see that there are other ways they can connect—by sharing the love of delicious food, for example, or by enjoying a good soccer game—and soon she feels like she’s right where she belongs: in the heart of a loving family, learning as she goes along.

About the Author

Jacqueline Alcántara is a Chicago based illustrator, author and educator. She spends her days drawing, writing, walking her dog while fueled by dance music, carbs and coffee. Her 8th illustrated picture book is also her author / illlustrator debut titled Tíos and Primos and is releasing February 18th 2025 - with a starred review from Kirkus. Her past illustrated books include The Field by Baptiste Paul, Freedom Soup by Tami Charles, Jump at the Sun by Alicia D. Williams, Your Mama by NoNieqa Ramos, Ordinary Days by Angela Joy and Jam,Too? by JaNay Brown Wood. In addition to her work in the children's publishing industry she creates editorial and fashion illustrations, teaches at Columbia College Chicago and has a never ending interest in learning new skills and taking on new challenges.