
He listens to the radio everywhere he goes. They call him “Radio Man,” or “Don Radio.” Diego and his family are migrant farm workers who move from state to state looking for work picking fruits and vegetables. His travels may bring him to different places and people, but wherever Diego journeys, his radio goes with him. The radio voices remind him of the places he’s been, help him learn about the places he’s going, and keep him in touch with the people he meets along the way.
Ideal for readers of English, Spanish, or both, the separate texts of the
two languages are on each page-one language on the top section, the
other below.
Reviews
"English and Spanish texts (both handled well)...plentiful naive-style paintings contribute a solid sense of place and reflect the strong family ties and efforts at community Dorros conveys in his story."-Booklist (starred review)
"Noteworthy in presenting a protagonist who would be just as interesting in another milieu."-Publishers Weekly
"An upbeat but largely realistic picture of migrant life-and an entertaining boost to bilingualism."-Kirkus Reviews
"The bright colors warm the story as the radio warms the lives of the characters."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Awards & Honors
- Commended Book, Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs
- Notable Book, National Council for the Social Studies