Give your little one the gift of numbers, language, and art all at once — wrapped up in the vibrant world of one of history's most beloved painters!

Contando con Frida (Counting With Frida) is a bilingual board book that introduces babies and toddlers to numbers in both English and Spanish through the magical, colourful world of iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. From her famous Casa Azul in Mexico City to her ten little toes, each number invites little ones to explore a moment from Frida's extraordinary life. Perfect for newborns to three-year-olds, this book is a beautiful first step into bilingual learning, early numeracy, and a lifelong love of art.

Bilingual from the Very Beginning: Every number is presented in both English and Spanish, making this an ideal book for bilingual families, language learners, and curious little minds.
Early Numeracy Through Storytelling: Counting comes alive when each number connects to a detail from Frida Kahlo's real life — engaging young brains in a meaningful, memorable way.
A Beautiful Cultural Introduction: Children meet one of Latin America's most celebrated and inspiring figures at the earliest age, building cultural awareness and sparking curiosity about art and creativity.
Board Book Tough: Designed for tiny hands, this sturdy board book is built to withstand the enthusiasm of babies and toddlers while remaining visually stunning on every page.

About the Author

Patty Rodríguez is the co-founder of Lil' Libros, a bilingual book series dedicated to introducing the youngest readers — from newborns to three-year-olds — to bilingual literature and diverse cultural icons. Passionate about representation and early childhood literacy, Patty created the series to ensure that Latino children and families could see themselves reflected in the books they love. For more information, visit www.LilLibros.com.

Product Details

Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Publication date: 2014
Language: English and Spanish (Bilingual)
ISBN-13: 9781495126567
Reading age: 0–3 years

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