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Discover the joys of a raspa - South Texas style, as a young boy and his grandpa go on an exciting after school outing and introduce readers to a popular and delicious Mexican-American treat.

Learn about the culture, ingredients, and language that go into experiencing the traditional Mexican-American shaved ice treat, while being reminded of the sweet memories that you can make with someone you love when you share a raspa with them.

Raspas Con Mi Grandpa is a cultural book for children. A South Texas tribute to a traditional treat familiar to many countries and cultures - the raspa! Each page is full of fun and vibrant illustrations that embody the adventure of childhood and teach children a dual language. This title is a great introduction for monolingual children that are curious about learning a new language. It is a treasure box of discovery that will empower bilingual kids, complete with a glossary of Spanish and Spanglish words with English translations, this book will leave your child wanting to learn more!