How to Eat a Mango

Carmencita doesn’t want to help Abuelita pick mangoes. She doesn’t even like them! They’re messy, they stick in her teeth, and when they rot, she has to clean them up. But Abuelita says mangoes are special. Eating them properly takes five steps—and all five senses. With each one, they savor the gifts Mamá Earth gives and soak in loving memories of family and culture. When she finally takes a bite, Carmencita understands. A mango is more than just a fruit . . . and she’s ready for another!