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How to Eat a Mango

Paola Santos

Illustrator: Juliana Perdomo

Ages: 6+

Published: 2024

Publisher: Neal Porter Books/Holiday House

ISBN: 978-0-8234-5388-7

Keywords: Family/School/Community-South America, harvesting fruit, grandmothers

Carmencita is NOT fond of mangoes. They are sticky, drippy, and stringy. Fortunately, her abuela has five steps for enjoying this special fruit. Exuberant illustrations convey warmth and love.