Publisher is Children's Book Press of San Francisco www.childrensbookpress.org
The Texas Library Association named Quinito, Day and Night / Quinito, dia y noche from San Francisco's Children's Book Press (http://www.childrensbookpress.org) one of the top 20 books in 2008, selecting the book for their prestigious Texas 2 x 2 Reading List.
Quinito, Day and Night, a delightful story about opposites, is a follow-up to the hugely popular and well-received title, Quinito's Neighborhood / El vecindario de Quinito. Author Ina Cumpiano reunites with artist Jose Ramirez to craft a playful reminder that no matter where you look -- high or low, left or right -- opposites are everywhere.
The Texas 2 x 2 List represents the best new books published each year for two-year-olds to second graders. Over 840 books were considered this year, and the finalists are recommended for use to parents, teachers, librarians, day care providers, and early childhood specialists. In addition to preparing the list, children's librarians also developed reading tips designed to help parents and educators enhance a child's reading experience and develop healthy learning patterns.
About the Author & Artist:
Jose Ramirez was born in Los Angeles California. A gifted artist, he is also a teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School District. His paintings, sculptures, and tile murals have been shown in museums, galleries, bookstores, coffee shops, and public spaces in the United States and abroad.
Ina Cumpiano is a Puerto Rican poet and translator who lives in a bustling neighborhood in San Francisco, California. She has published nearly twenty books for children. She edits books for teachers, plays with her eleven grandchildren (big and small), writes poems (good and bad), and travels (near and far).
About Children's Book Press:
Founded in 1975, Children's Book Press (CBP) has been a pioneer in creating authentic, first-voice literature that aims to give young readers a sense of their history, culture, and importance. The award-winning press currently publishes cutting-edge literature from the Latino, African American, Asian American, and Native American communities.
For more information about Quinito, Day and Night or to arrange an interview with the awarding-winning author and artist team, contact Christina Troup at ctroup@childrensbookpress.org or (866) 935-2665 ext. 13.
SOURCE Children's Book Press
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