I grew up in a neighborhood that had a paletero that would pass by on this blue bike, that looked like a big tricycle, with an ice chest in the back. I remember another paletero that would just walk the streets ringing a bell!

We would run out to stop him if we heard it from inside the house, but it was the best when you were outside with your neighbors, because you know everyone was bound to get one, and you had enough time to run inside and ask your Mom for change! I remember them being .50 cents, now they are a whole $1.00!

We don't have a paletero in our neighborhood, but I'm glad my kids can experience that at my parents house and through this book!

The story, What Can You Do With a Paleta? ¿Qué puedes hacer con una paleta?, written by San Antonio Poet Laureate, Carmen Tafolla, is told through the eyes of a little girl, who shows her vibrant neighborhood, colorful background and has such a fun and happy tone.