Written by: Carmen Tafolla.

Illustrated by: Amy Morales.

As she strolls through her barrio, a young girl introduces readers to the frozen, fruit-flavored treat that thrills Mexican and Mexican-American children. Create a masterpiece, make tough choices (strawberry or coconut?), or cool off on a warm summer’s day — there’s so much to do with a paleta. (From GoodReads.)

Credit: Shamekia LaShonda (Storytime Solidarity member).