Set in the Southwest, this colorful spin on the Chicken Little tale follows Chachalaca Chiquita, a colorful southwestern bird, through her journey after a pebble falls from the sky and hits her right on the head. On a mission to tell the jefe (boss) that the sky is falling, Chachalaca Chiquita joins the feathered flock-Lina Gallina, the prairie hen, and her chicks-and heads to the mountain, passing bugs buzzing, birds flying, lizards snatching, and animals moseying. The pajaros (birds) gather Carlos Cordoniz, the Montezuma Quail, and Pablo Pavo, the wild turkey, and pass by Buho Sabio, the sleepy Elf Owl, on their journey. Suddenly, their adventure takes a turn when they meet sly Tacito Ocelote! Here the group learns that he is the jefe-the one who started it all and has been expecting the odd flock for dinner. In addition to a lesson on bravery, this story includes Spanish vocabulary and a glossary of terms. Vibrant illustrations incorporate a variety of southwestern animals sure to keep readers young and old engaged.
About the Author
Melanie Chrismer is a fifth-generation Houstonian who views writing as "an adventure." She frequently speaks at schools and libraries, where she shares hints for developing writing techniques. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and belongs to the Houston Chapter. Chrismer is the author of more than a dozen books, including Pelican's Phoebe Clappsaddle and the Tumbleweed Gang, Phoebe Clappsaddle for Sheriff, and Phoebe Clappsaddle Has a Tumbleweed Christmas.
About the Illustrator
David Harrington's affinity for art began at a young age, when he recalls drawing on everything but paper, including floors, walls, and furniture. Since receiving a BFA with honors from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, he has illustrated numerous children's books, including Pelican's Pecos Bill Invents the Ten-Gallon Hat. Harrington lives with his wife and children in Laguna Hills, California.
My Take on the Book
Melanie Chrismer has set this spin on the CHICKEN LITTLE STORY in the southwest. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the story with all the animals that the bird visited until she arrived at the "boss" (the ocelote). The boss of course only wanted to enjoy Chiquita as his dinner. Melanie produced a happy ending to the story.
You will love the illustrations by David Harrington. The expressions on the animals faces assists the reader in knowing the emotions of the main characters.
Have fun with this story.
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