Praise for Vida

***STARRED REVIEW*** "Tonatiuh expertly maintains a brisk pace that engages and tickles. His familiar pre-Columbian-flavored artwork beautifully complements this simply told yet moving fable of collective resistance, boasting bursts of color and provocative shadows across splendid double-page spreads...Utterly mesmerizing."
Kirkus Reviews

***STARRED REVIEW***"This Spanish picture book, available simultaneously in English, is a wonderful way to introduce the meaningful art and history of the alebrije while reminding readers that they can come together to shine a light in a shadow-filled world"."
School Library Journal

Tonatiuh's recognizable Pre-Columbian illustration style is in full effect here...The message about fighting back against darkness and fear with art, community, and joy is a potent one, and it lends the story the feeling of a modern fable, just familiar enough to feel it's imparting something true while still being something new.
Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

The illustrations are vibrant and celebratory, reflecting the culture's love of color and filling each spread with energy and life. Sentences are short and accessible, yet the story remains creative and engaging-a notable achievement...A colorful bilingual must-have
Booklist

About the Author

Duncan Tonatiuh is a Mexican American award-winning author and illustrator known for children's books that explore history, identity, and social justice. Born in Mexico City and raised in San Miguel de Allende, he later studied at Parsons School of Design and Eugene Lang College in New York City.
His distinctive illustration style, inspired by pre-Columbian art-particularly the Mixtec codices-gives his books a unique visual identity. His work often focuses on Latino heritage, immigration, and civil rights, helping young readers connect with history and see their own experiences reflected in stories.
Tonatiuh's books have received numerous honors, including the Pura Belpré Medal, the Robert F. Sibert Award, and multiple New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book selections.

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