Drum Chavi Drum/Toca Chavi toca Author:Mayra L. Dole Even though nobody in her Cuban-American neighborhood thinks girls should play the drums, Chavi knows she was born to play. She drums on paint cans, sofa arms, even on her mothers cheeks. Her favorites are the tumbadoras, conga drums. So, when shes not picked to play on the school float for Calle OchoMiamis Eighth Street ... more »carnavalshe decides to do something about it! Mayra L. Doles plucky little musician will drum her way into the hearts of all young readers, who will add her to their list of favorite heroines. Tonels illustrations capture the flavor of Calle Ochos inhabitants and celebrations.« less