Before You Were Here, Mi Amor

by Samantha Vamos

Before you were here, tu papi carved a mecedora from the wood of an old walnut tree so you and I could rock and cuddle together. The members of a familia lovingly prepare for a new beb? . A tenderly... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670063010
• ISBN13: 9780670063017
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Viking Children's Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.3" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 3 to 5 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Kindergarten

Customer Reviews

Excited Soon to be Aunt

While reading, "Before You Were Here, Mi Amor," I could not stop thinking of my sister who is expecting a baby later this year. I can not imagine a more perfect book for a mother to read to her child. The book is wonderful for so many reasons and highlights some of the common family values we all share. This book does a great job introducing the family, not just the nuclear family, but the extended family as well. And as an aunt to be, this meant alot to me. It goes beyond an introduction of family to also show the importance of one's family and the excitement the entire family feels as they await the birth of their new arrival. The story would make any child feel so wanted and loved as they learn what went into their arrival. This book provides a wonderful platform from which a mother and child can bond. In addition to introducing a child to family values and the love of their family, the book does an exceptional job of teaching a child some basic words in two languages! I recommend this book for everyone who is not only expecting a child, but for those who have children already so the children can learn what it was like before they were here. I can not say enough wonderful things about this book and can not recommend it highly enough. It is the perfect gift too! "Before You Were Here, Mi Amor" is a heartfelt and heartwarming story of a family's preparation for their baby, told in two languages, with wonderful illustrations. I think it is one of those books that your children will want read to them repeatedly and it will elicit questions from them whose answers can only strengthen the family bond and the love that your child feels.

Reminiscing in Connecticut

Before You Were Here, Mi Amor is a beautifully written and illustrated story about a family expecting a new baby. My children loved hearing me read it to them and asked many questions about what our life was like before the three of them came along. Not only did it make us reminisce about it but it also made me wish I was having another child!!! This book tells a story about family and how everyone cares about this new baby. Such a beautiful message. What I love mostly is the fact that it introduces Spanish to children and the words are easily pronouced with the added bonus of having the glossy at the end. I just ordered another copy for a friend expecting her 3rd baby in April. She'll love it as much as we do!

Winning Book for Several Ages

Before You Were Here, Mi Amor, is a delightful and thoughtful book for both parent and child (a rare find). It tells the story of the exciting time for an extended family before they welcome a new baby into their life. Beautifully written in English with Spanish words throughout in natural places. Warm and colorful pictures and the text is a perfect companion. I am buying several for my friends who have young children and/or are expecting. My nearly five year old boys love to hear about the time when I was pregnant with them and so they listened intently as I read it to them. They are learning Spanish words in preschool so it is fun (and educational) to teach them new words and about another culture. Overall, a winning book for several ages.

Nana to 20

As a grandmother to 20, I am always looking for a new book for the many sleepovers. This one was a complete success. We had 3 of our granddaughters for a sleepover, ages 5,4, & 3 1/2. The questions were amazing. Their knowledge of Spanish astonished me. We went through the book a total of 3 times (one for each child), so they could get all their comments in. I would recommend this book to anyone for any child. I know I plan on ordering 3 more for my children. Great book.

Warm Bilingual Family Story

Great family book - we loved sharing this family story and the bright colorful illustrations. It's fun to reminisce and hear the story of the time when mom was expecting and all the preparations were underway for the arrival of baby. I love the way three generations are involved - the grandparents, the parents and the siblings. It's a great baby gift or for a big sister or brother! As a Spanish speaking mom, I love the chance to share Spanish words with my girls. The Spanish words are woven into the story so naturally and the illustrations help convey the meaning of the Spanish words. It's the kind of book kids will choose for a bedtime story over and over again and eventually, they'll want to read it themselves over and over again. Everyone can relate to the warm and beautiful story.