From Booklist
On the fifth of May, Mouse wakes to the
smell of delicious foods and follows his nose until he discovers a festive
scene: bright flags, children playing, mariachis, and people shouting, “Viva
Mexico!” After being stalked by a cat and nearly trampled by enthusiastic
children, Mouse still ends the day triumphantly, having experienced the fun of
Cinco de Mayo. A brief introductory note explains the significance of the
holiday, but Cox focuses on the day’s celebratory activities, illustrated in
Ebbeler’s exuberant pictures. Another winner from the team behind One Is a Feast
for Mouse (2008). Grades K-2. --Kara Dean
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 2—First challenged by
Cat in One Is a Feast for Mouse: A Thanksgiving Tale (Holiday House,
2008), Mouse wakes up to a spicy adventure on May 5th, teased with tantalizing,
nose-twitching aromas from his neighborhood Cinco de Mayo festival. A palette of
pastels and acrylic paint details Mouse's innocent stroll (relentlessly stalked
by careful Cat on the prowl) to the park until sights and sounds confront him
with the reflection of his heart's desire—an enormous tree-hung, candy-stuffed
piñata. Ebbeler places readers up close and personal with a spread of the mouse
viewing an elusive piñata, followed by a sombrero-seat view of the mariachi
band, twirling skirts, and stamping heels. Visuals from unusual perspectives
propel the action, while text and art on other pages reveal quieter "mouse"
emotions. With a tightrope-balanced Mouse and a wild ride atop the burro piñata,
this action-packed tale combines Mexican tradition with adventure for young
readers.—Mary Elam, Learning Media Services Plano ISD, TX
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