The illustrations add beautifully to the images that the words have created. In Big Moon Tortilla, Marta Enos ruins her homework and breaks her glasses. In Butterfly Boy, Virginia Kroll lovingly captures the devotion of Emilio to his grandfather, who is unable to speak. Abuelo's eyes shine when he sees butterflies flutter near the white garage wall. When Emilio's father decides to paint the wall blue, Emilio acts quickly.
Colorful illustrations complement the sweet story.
Little Elizabeti has a new baby brother and decides that she needs a doll to care for. She finds a stone and names it Eva. She takes care of Eva as her mother takes care of her baby brother. One day Eva is missing, and the reader becomes aware of how real Eva has become to the family. The book is equally appealing read silently or aloud, capturing the youthful fascination with crawly creatures.