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We Play Soccer/ Jugamos al Fútbol (My Friend/ Mi Amigo series)

René Colato Laínez

Illustrator: Nomar Perez

Ages: 6+

Published: 2022

Publisher: Holiday House

ISBN: 978-0-8234-4506-6

Keywords: Friendship, bilingual, cooperation

English-speaking Joe and Spanish-speaking José converse with one another as they enjoy their soccer game. The bilingual text supports learning words in each language. Bold, colorful illustrations.