El Sol y El Agua

PreS-Gr 2-In the old days, this story tells us, the sun and the water were very good friends. Although many invitations had been extended, the water said it was impossible to visit the sun's home. His family was very large and needed a lot of space. With the help of his friend the moon, the sun began to build a big new house. When it was finished, he once again invited the water to come for a visit. Still dubious, water gathered up her family-the fish, the sea horses, the algae, the jellyfish, and all types of marine life-and flooded into the new home. Gradually, the water filled up the house, higher and higher, until the sun and the moon had to climb up onto the roof. And still the water came. This is how, readers learn, the sun and the moon came to occupy their present positions in the sky. This appealing story, accompanied by engaging watercolor illustrations. Recommended for public libraries and bookstores. MOB