The Tale of Rabbit and Coyote Author:Tony Johnston Poor Coyote! How'd he get bonked by a rock-hard fruit underneath the jicara tree? Who tricked him into whacking a wasps' nest with a stick? And why is he always howling at the moon? Because of Rabbit, that's why! A Mexican trickster tale in which wily Rabbit outwits Coyote several times before escaping him permanently by climbing to the moon--w... more »hich explains why Coyote is wont to howl at it. A book that's sure to appeal. -- Kirkus Reviews, pointer review This zesty collaboration is sure to be popular with some of dePaola's finest and most innovative art. -- Booklist, starred review An engaging retelling.Familiar and funny, yet different and distinctive. -- School Library Journal Tony Johnston lives in San Marino, California. Tomie dePaola lives in New Hampshire.« less
Includes a glossary of Spanish expressions in the book. Based on the Mexican versions of Tales of Brer Rabbit and the story of the Coyote swallowing the moon. Great illustrations with a Mexican flare.