About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like an outsider or is struggling to find their place in a group. It is especially helpful for children who feel discouraged because they are not the biggest, fastest, or strongest in their peer group. This bilingual retelling of the classic Grimm tale follows four aging animals, a donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster, who are deemed useless by their masters. Instead of giving up, they band together to seek a new life in the city of Bremen. The story is a powerful celebration of teamwork and the idea that our perceived weaknesses can become strengths when we work with others. The bilingual English and Spanish text makes it an excellent choice for dual-language households or classrooms. It offers a hopeful message about resilience and the importance of choosing your own family. The vibrant illustrations provide a fresh, modern lens on a story about finding belonging after being discarded.
