Reviews
"Liu-Trujillo illustrates this fun, fast-moving story with likable characters...Urquijo-Ruiz's translation does a wonderful job of bringing this tale to Spanish-speaking audiences, as they'll delight in watching Art and his papi problem-solve and make the tastiest, healthiest juice." --, "Fun, fast-moving story with likable characters... Urquijo-Ruiz's translation does a wonderful job of bringing this tale to Spanish-speaking audiences, as they'll delight in watching Art and his papi problem-solve and make the tastiest, healthiest juice. The story focuses on how community members come together to help one another heal, from Art's stepdad to the local market vendors, who all share juice at the story's close." -- Booklist "Liu-Trujillo's watercolor-esque illustrations convey the closeness both of this extended family and the vibrant, predominantly Black and brown neighborhood in which they live. Unique Afro hairstyles add verve and specificity to each character. A wonderful story of a community that takes care of its own." -- Kirkus Reviews, * "This essential story conveys the warmth of community in just one serving." -- School Library Journal , starred review "Fun, fast-moving story with likable characters... Urquijo-Ruiz's translation does a wonderful job of bringing this tale to Spanish-speaking audiences, as they'll delight in watching Art and his papi problem-solve and make the tastiest, healthiest juice. The story focuses on how community members come together to help one another heal, from Art's stepdad to the local market vendors, who all share juice at the story's close." -- Booklist "Liu-Trujillo's watercolor-esque illustrations add verve and specificity to each character and convey the closeness both of this extended family and the vibrant, predominantly Black and brown neighborhood in which they live. A wonderful story of a community that takes care of its own." -- Kirkus Reviews, "Fun, fast-moving story with likable characters. . . Urquijo-Ruiz's translation does a wonderful job of bringing this tale to Spanish-speaking audiences, as they'll delight in watching Art and his papi problem-solve and make the tastiest, healthiest juice. The story focuses on how community members come together to help one another heal, from Art's stepdad to the local market vendors, who all share juice at the story's close." -- Booklist, * "This essential story conveys the warmth of community in just one serving." -- School Library Journal , starred review "An ode to city life and community, this jaunt through public transit, urban farmer's markets, and corner shops highlights the interconnectedness both of Art's neighborhoods and the people in his life, as he sees friendly faces along his journey and eventually comes home to a full house of neighbors and family ready to help Art and his dad. " -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Liu-Trujillo evokes the warmth of a father-son bond in this food and family story...Art and his community model living in a compassionate world full of realistic diversity...With a recipe included at the end, this heartwarming story emphasizes the healing power of fresh food and a strong community." -- Booklist "Liu-Trujillo's watercolor-esque illustrations add verve and specificity to each character and convey the closeness both of this extended family and the vibrant, predominantly Black and brown neighborhood in which they live. A wonderful story of a community that takes care of its own." -- Kirkus Reviews, "Fun, fast-moving story with likable characters... Urquijo-Ruiz's translation does a wonderful job of bringing this tale to Spanish-speaking audiences, as they'll delight in watching Art and his papi problem-solve and make the tastiest, healthiest juice. The story focuses on how community members come together to help one another heal, from Art's stepdad to the local market vendors, who all share juice at the story's close." -- Booklist "Liu-Trujillo's watercolor-esque illustrations add verve and specificity to each character and convey the closeness both of this extended family and the vibrant, predominantly Black and brown neighborhood in which they live. A wonderful story of a community that takes care of its own." -- Kirkus Reviews, * "This essential story conveys the warmth of community in just one serving." -- School Library Journal , starred review "An ode to city life and community, this jaunt through public transit, urban farmer's markets, and corner shops highlights the interconnectedness both of Art's neighborhoods and the people in his life, as he sees friendly faces along his journey and eventually comes home to a full house of neighbors and family ready to help Art and his dad. " -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Liu-Trujillo evokes the warmth of a father-son bond in this food and family story...Art and his community model living in a compassionate world full of realistic diversity...With a recipe included at the end, this heartwarming story emphasizes the healing power of fresh food and a strong community." -- Booklist "Liu-Trujillo's straightforward text and understated watercolor illustrations affirm multiracial households and non-traditional family structures. A STEM element...adds to the informativeness of this tale of community healing." -- The Horn Book "Liu-Trujillo's watercolor-esque illustrations add verve and specificity to each character and convey the closeness both of this extended family and the vibrant, predominantly Black and brown neighborhood in which they live. A wonderful story of a community that takes care of its own." -- Kirkus Reviews, * "This essential story conveys the warmth of community in just one serving." -- School Library Journal , starred review "An ode to city life and community, this jaunt through public transit, urban farmer's markets, and corner shops highlights the interconnectedness both of Art's neighborhoods and the people in his life, as he sees friendly faces along his journey and eventually comes home to a full house of neighbors and family ready to help Art and his dad." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Liu-Trujillo evokes the warmth of a father-son bond in this food and family story...Art and his community model living in a compassionate world full of realistic diversity...With a recipe included at the end, this heartwarming story emphasizes the healing power of fresh food and a strong community." -- Booklist "Liu-Trujillo's straightforward text and understated watercolor illustrations affirm multiracial households and non-traditional family structures. A STEM element...adds to the informativeness of this tale of community healing." -- The Horn Book "Liu-Trujillo's watercolor-esque illustrations add verve and specificity to each character and convey the closeness both of this extended family and the vibrant, predominantly Black and brown neighborhood in which they live. A wonderful story of a community that takes care of its own." -- Kirkus Reviews, * "This essential story conveys the warmth of community in just one serving." -- School Library Journal , starred review "An ode to city life and community, this jaunt through public transit, urban farmer's markets, and corner shops highlights the interconnectedness both of Art's neighborhoods and the people in his life, as he sees friendly faces along his journey and eventually comes home to a full house of neighbors and family ready to help Art and his dad." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Liu-Trujillo evokes the warmth of a father-son bond in this food and family story... Art and his community model living in a compassionate world full of realistic diversity... With a recipe included at the end, this heartwarming story emphasizes the healing power of fresh food and a strong community." -- Booklist "Liu-Trujillo's straightforward text and understated watercolor illustrations affirm multiracial households and non-traditional family structures. A STEM element...adds to the informativeness of this tale of community healing." -- The Horn Book "Liu-Trujillo's watercolor-esque illustrations add verve and specificity to each character and convey the closeness both of this extended family and the vibrant, predominantly Black and brown neighborhood in which they live. A wonderful story of a community that takes care of its own." -- Kirkus Reviews
Synopsis
What makes a great juice that keeps everyone healthy? Art and his dad discover it takes carrots... collards... cayenne... and community! When Art's father can't get over a cold, Art knows exactly what his daddy needs: some delicious sick-fighting juice! After looking through the fridge and cupboards, they discover they're missing a key ingredient--ginger. But finding some ginger will take them downtown, to the farmers' market, to the food co-op, to the West African grocery... to an unexpected encounter that brings everyone together, and results in a tasty celebration. Author-illustrator Rob Liu-Trujillo's warm and vibrant watercolor illustrations are a celebration of mixed families and the many individuals who help make a neighborhood feel like a community. Fresh Juice is a delightful, kid- and community-centered picture book that will leave you thirsty for more! Also available in Spanish as Jugo fresco !, What makes a great juice that keeps everyone healthy? Art and his dad discover it takes carrots... collards... cayenne... and community!, When Art's father can't get over a cold, Art knows exactly what his daddy needs: some delicious sick-fighting juice! After looking through the fridge and cupboards, they discover they're missing a key ingredient--ginger. But finding some ginger will take them downtown, to the farmers' market, to the food co-op, to the West African grocery ... to an unexpected encounter that brings everyone together, and results in a tasty celebration. Author-illustrator Rob Liu-Trujillo's warm and vibrant watercolor illustrations are a celebration of mixed families and the many individuals who help make a neighborhood feel like a community. Fresh Juice is a delightful, kid- and community-centered picture book that will leave you thirsty for more! Also available in Spanish as Jugo fresco!
