by Leslie Jones
First published 2017
Maria looks forward to the Apple Tree Talent Show every year. This time feels different though. Her aunt, Señorita Carlita, refuses to dance in the show. Maria knows how talented her aunt is. She has watched Carlita move with grace and skill countless times. The talent show approaches, and Maria grows more disappointed each day. She cannot understand why her aunt won't participate. Maria tries different ways to convince Carlita to change her mind. The show must go on, but will it happen without Carlita's dancing? Someone unexpected may step into the spotlight. The fourth book in the Apple Tree Series teaches young readers Spanish words and phrases. Maria discovers that sometimes the people we least expect can surprise us. The talent show brings the community together and reveals hidden talents.
Genres: fiction, family-life, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, unexpected-hero
Setting: Apple Tree
36 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform