Uno Más, One More

Join Don Manuel and Doña Lila—along with their children and many neighbors—for a fiesta in their one-room casita in this exuberant Spanish language retelling of a beloved Scottish folktale that celebrates kindness and community.

Don Manuel and Doña Lila love welcoming others into their home—no one is ever turned away. One day, their casita overflows with friends and loved ones and the house begins to shake and crack, causing chaos before everyone rushes out. To the family’s dismay, their beloved home collapses. But where there is goodwill, there is also a way. In no time at all, their friends get to work and rebuild the casita, proving just how important teamwork is when fixing a problem.

This vibrant Latino retelling of a popular Scottish ballad celebrates kindness, community, and the selfless gesture of giving back.

Author: Silvia López

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Art Directors & Designers: Saho Fujii and Angelie Yap

Editor: Christy Ottaviano

Reviews:

“Bright and cheerful illustrations” School Library Journal

“Captivating illustrations” Booklist

“Showcases the importance of community, hospitality, and celebrating life together. Portrays the strength and support found in a close-knit community. Themes include teamwork, perseverance, gratitude, and compassion. Everyone rallies together when the casita faces a challenge, demonstrating the value of teamwork and helping others.”

Common Sense Media

“A fabulous read-aloud that offers many opportunities for choral reading and movement, this will have everyone dancing and saying 'One more!' . . . . A great lesson in community and generosity."

School Library Journal, starred review

“With this much-needed contribution to bilingual folktales, you can expect children to ask for Uno Más read.”

Booklist