Grab a pocketful of change and get ready t
o dance down the street! Join us for an energetic conversation as we celeb
rate the joy of community and summer fun with Latin GRAMMY-winning musicia
n Lucky Diaz\, author of the sensational bilingual picture book\, \;
What&rsquo\;s the best way to cool off on a hot summer day? Run quick and find Paletero José\;!
\nFo llow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally catches up with him\, our narrator&rsquo\;s pockets are empty. Oh no! What happened to his dinero? It will take the help of the entire community to get the tasty treat now.< /p>\n
Inspired by the vibrant rhythms of Los Angeles and Diaz&rsquo\;s o wn hit song\, this beautiful story invites readers into a sun-drenched nei ghborhood where the ring of a bell means the best treat of the day is just around the corner.
\nRegister today and discover how we can all bri ng a little more sweetness and community spirit into our daily lives!
\ nPlease note that we will be hosting Lucky Diaz twice on th is date\, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.
\nAbout the Author :
\nLucky Diaz is a GRAMMY Award-winning\, multi&ndash\;Lat in GRAMMY Award-winning artist\, acclaimed author\, and a leading voice in contemporary children&rsquo\;s literature. A six-time Emmy-nominated song writer and Berklee College of Music alumnus\, Diaz made history as the fir st North American children&rsquo\;s artist to win a Latin GRAMMY. His work bridges music and storytelling\, creating a distinct body of bilingual wo rk rooted in the cultural life of Mexican American communities in Los Ange les.
\nAs an author\, Diaz has earned some of the highest honors in publishing. His books have received starred reviews from \;Kirkus Revi ews\, \;School Library Journal\, \;Publishers Weekly\, and \;B ooklist\, placing him among a rare group of creators recognized across eve ry major literary journal. His breakout title \;Paletero Man& nbsp\;received a Kirkus star and audiobook distinction and was awarded the 2024 Alma Flor Ada Award for its lasting contribution to Latino-centered storytelling. He is also a recipient of the Parent&rsquo\;s Choice Gold Aw ard and a NAPPA Award\, further recognizing his impact on family audiences . His latest book\, \;Fix-It Familia\, continues to build national rec ognition\, with a Spanish edition arriving this summer\, expanding access to bilingual readers and classrooms across the country.
\nDiaz&rsquo \;s work has been featured and praised by \;NPR\, \;Billboard\,&nb sp\;The New York Times\, and \;People Magazine\, positioning him as a trusted creative voice at the intersection of culture\, music\, and litera ture.
\nThrough his books\, recordings\, and performances with Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band\, Diaz continues to expand the possibilities of American storytelling. He is not only contributing to the field\, he i s helping define it.
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