Moon Rope/Un lazo a la luna [Paperback]

Fox wants to go to the moon. Mole does not--at least not until he hears about the huge worms waiting up there for him to eat. So the two of them set off on their adventure, with a little help from a rope of grass and their friends the birds. The bilingual text and bold art showcase Lois Ehlert at her captivating best.

A Peruvian folktale told in Spanish and English

Ehlert illustrates the simple story with bold, stylized cutouts . . . that are dazzling. . . . Altogether outstanding. --Kirkus Reviews(starred review)

Visually dynamic . . . The storytelling in both languages is succinct and fluent. . . . A fine choice for reading aloud. --Booklist(starred review)

Ehlert's cut-paper illustrations are striking. . . . The characters have personality and verve. . . . A fine purchase for folktale and picture-book collections as well as for ESL programs. --School Library Journal(starred review)

LOIS EHLERTis the creator of many award-winning picture books, includingGrowing Vegetable Soup;Planting a Rainbow;Red Leaf,Yellow Leaf;In My World; and theNew York Times Book ReviewbestsellerWaiting for Wings. She lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.