Eight Animals on the Town Booklist This bright, clever picture book . . . stands out because of its seamless instruction in Spanish and English, which is apparent in both text and illustrations . . . This is an engaging choice for early readers. School Library Journal A rhyming romp that introduces readers to numbers and vocabulary in Spanish . . . the text has wit and whimsy, the illustrations are absolutely delectable.  A rewarding choice for reading aloud or for poring over pictures. Contra Costa Times A charming rhyming book in "Spanglish" about eight animals who dine and dance on the town.  "Numero cinco is a young frog/fifth in line behind Bird and Dog.  Frog hops along, hungry for flies.  'Moscas,' says Rana, 'economy size.' "  Chapman's high-spirited oils on canvas accompany the ocho animales. Named to the 2002 Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year list. Selected for 2004 edition of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library