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La Chiringa de Papo Papo's Kite - Spanish English (Large Print Edition)
Paperback
Publisher Price: $15.99
ISBN13: 9781965086131
Publisher: Artist Studio Project Publishing LLC
Published: Sep 1 2025
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.49
Height: 0.17 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: Spanish
Resume:
ParecÃa un dÃa cualquiera en el Barrio La Mineral hasta que Papo ve un enorme pájaro negro hecho de papel, volando tan alto que lo deja fascinado! Nunca antes habÃa visto tanta belleza.
Su primo Tito le cuenta que esa magnÃfica chiringa fue hecha por su amigo, el maestro artesano Malanga. Asà comienza una emocionante aventura por las montañas de Añasco para recolectar materiales tradicionales y crear la chiringa más especial. La Chiringa de Papo!
Acompaña a Papo en un viaje donde descubrirá el orgullo de sus raÃces, la
perseverancia, la mentorÃa, la amistad, y la inmensa alegrÃa de crear algo mágico con sus propias manos. Es el espÃritu inquebrantable de Puerto Rico, listo para hacer volar tu imaginación! Perfecta para lectores jóvenes, esta historia bilingüe (español-inglés) presenta hermosas ilustraciones estilo Linograbado y un extenso glosario para explorar la rica cultura puertorriqueña. Además, incluye una 'GuÃa de cómo hacer' para que puedas construir tu propia chiringa y verla volar!
Summary:
It seemed like just another day in Barrio La Mineral until Papo sees an enormous black bird made of paper, flying so high it utterly fascinates him! He had never seen such beauty.
His cousin Tito tells him that this magnificent chiringa was made by his friend, the master artisan Malanga. Thus begins an exciting adventure through the mountains of Añasco to collect traditional materials and create the most special chiringa.
Papo's Kite!
Join Papo on an unforgettable adventure where he discovers the pride of his roots, the strength of perseverance, and the immense joy of creating something magical with his own hands. It's the unbreakable spirit of Puerto Rico, ready to make your imagination soar! Perfect for young readers, this bilingual (Spanish-English) story has beautiful Linocut-style illustrations, and an extensive glossary to explore rich Puerto Rican culture. Plus, it includes a How-To Guide so you can build your own chiringa and watch it take flight!
Highly Recommended for Read-Alouds and Shared Experiences: This book is exceptionally well-suited for multigenerational reading. It's ideal for parents, grandparents, and other family members to read with children (ages 4+ and up), fostering connections through shared cultural heritage, mentorship, and the joy of creating.
BISAC Heading Suggestions:
JUVENILE FICTION / Bilingual, JUVENILE FICTION / People & Places / Caribbean & Latin America, JUVENILE FICTION / Cultural Heritage, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship, JUVENILE FICTION / Crafts & Hobbies, JUVENILE FICTION / Concepts / Perseverance & Patience, JUVENILE FICTION / General
LC Subject Heading Suggestions
Kites -- Juvenile fiction, Kite making -- Juvenile fiction, Puerto Rico -- Juvenile fiction, Puerto Ricans -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction, Friendship -- Juvenile fiction, Mentoring -- Juvenile fiction, Intergenerational relations -- Juvenile fiction, Bilingual materials -- Spanish
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