| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Cri-Cri | A famous fictional cricket musician from Mexico, created by Francisco Gabilondo Soler. |
| Astronomy | The scientific study of the stars. |
| Beloved | Very popular or loved. |
Cri-Cri is a famous character in Mexico, known as “The Little Singing Cricket.” He was created by Francisco Gabilondo Soler, who started writing songs for children in 1934. Cri-Cri’s music became very popular on the radio, and his songs are still loved by many people in Mexico today.
Gabilondo Soler was born in 1907 in Orizaba, Mexico. He taught himself to play music and loved astronomy (the study of stars and planets). Even though he started studying astronomy, he did not finish, and instead focused on music. Cri-Cri became a well-known figure, with over 210 songs that teach lessons about friendship, family, and school.
Walt Disney, the famous movie creator, visited Mexico in the 1940s and wanted Gabilondo Soler to work with him. However, Gabilondo Soler decided to keep Cri-Cri’s stories and songs in Mexico. He wanted Cri-Cri to remain a special part of Mexican culture. His decision to stay true to his roots made him even more beloved in Mexico.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Music | Música |
| Radio | Radio |
| Culture | Cultura |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think Cri-Cri’s songs are still popular today?
- What do you think makes a character like Cri-Cri special?
- Why might Gabilondo Soler have chosen not to work with Walt Disney?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- Describe who Cri-Cri is and why he is important in Mexican culture.
- Explain why Francisco Gabilondo Soler decided to keep Cri-Cri in Mexico instead of working with Disney.
