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Book Synopsis: From three-time Pura Belpré Winner Yuyi Morales, a delightful alphabet picture book about a Día de los Muertos skeleton who must find the perfect birthday gift (or gifts!)
A 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year Winner of the 2009 Pura Belpré Medal for Illustration A Pura Belpré Honor Book for Narrative Yuyi Morales takes us on a new journey with Señor Calvera, the skeleton from Day of the Dead celebrations.
Señor Calvera is worried. He can't figure out what to give Grandma Beetle for her birthday. Misunderstanding the advice of Zelmiro the Ghost, Señor Calvera decides not to get her one gift, but instead one gift for every letter of the alphabet, just in case.
Una Acordéon: An accordion for her to dance to. Bigotes: A mustache because she has none. Cosquillas: Tickles to make her laugh . . . . . . only to find out at the end of the alphabet that the best gift of all is seeing her friends.
Morales's art glows in this heart-warming original tale with folklore themes, a companion book to her Pura Belpré-winning Just a Minute. In English with Spanish vocabulary words
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Looking for the perfect gift that combines education and entertainment? Look no further than "Just In Case: A Trickster Tale and Spanish Alphabet Book" by Yuyi Morales. This delightful alphabet picture book will not only teach your child their ABCs, but also introduce them to the rich culture of Día de los Muertos. With beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming tale, this book is a must-have for any child's collection.
Join Señor Calvera, the skeleton from Day of the Dead celebrations, on an unforgettable journey to find the perfect birthday gift for Grandma Beetle. Instead of settling for one gift, Señor Calvera decides to get her one gift for every letter of the alphabet. From an accordion for her to dance to, to tickles to make her laugh, these gifts are sure to bring joy to Grandma Beetle's special day.
Not only will your child learn the Spanish alphabet while reading this book, but they will also be exposed to important values such as friendship and gratitude. The heartwarming ending reminds us that the best gift of all is the love and company of our loved ones. Yuyi Morales's art beautifully captures the essence of this original tale with folklore themes, making it a true work of art.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a book that has been recognized for its excellence. "Just In Case: A Trickster Tale and Spanish Alphabet Book" is a three-time Pura Belpré award winner, including the prestigious Pura Belpré Medal for Illustration. It was also named a Best Children's Book of the Year by Bank Street. With its captivating story, stunning illustrations, and educational value, this book is a true gem.
Get your hands on "Just In Case: A Trickster Tale and Spanish Alphabet Book" today and give your child the gift of learning, culture, and imagination. Visit our website now to order your copy: Product Link.
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