Children’s Day is approaching and what better than a book for the little ones at home. Here are several gift options for this holiday.
We all have a stuffed animal with superpowers – (2 to 6 years)
Nilo is afraid of sleeping alone. He sees ugly monsters with big eyes that appear in his room every night and he doesn’t know what to do to make them go away. Until one day his mother gives him his stuffed animal, a fear-catcher. With it, he feels strong, safe, invincible! This is how he manages to confront those monsters with bulging eyes and makes them flee from his room forever.
“We all have a stuffed animal with superpowers” is a book for children between 2 and 6 years old. It was written by Guadalupe Medel, illustrated by Clara Casagrande, and published by Del Fondo Editorial.
These types of stories are ideal for the little ones in the home to learn to overcome their fears. One of the highlights of this book is that it was written by a psychologist. In addition, at the end of the story, there is a section for adults with suggestions and tools to help children who are going through these types of situations.
Billy and the Giant Adventure – (8 to 12 years)
Billy knows that Waterfall Forest is forbidden to enter; strange things have been rumored to have happened there, and no one in his town has ventured there in decades. But when Billy and his friends find a secret entrance, they can’t resist exploring. They soon discover that the forest is filled with magic and inhabited by all sorts of mind-bending creatures.
“Billy and the Giant Adventure” is the first part of an adventure saga written by Jamie Oliver and published by Océano Gran Travesía. The book is recommended for children between 8 and 12 years old; however, these ages are estimates and in some cases it can be enjoyed by younger or older people.
It is a very entertaining book that comes with several lessons. This edition also includes beautiful illustrations by Mónica Armiño. Without a doubt, “Billy and the Giant Adventure” is an excellent gift for Children’s Day.
Menagerie: The Last Guardian – (+10)
At first glance, the former Casa de Fieras looks like just another library in Madrid, but it was once one of the first zoos in Europe. The murmurs of its former inhabitants still haunt the abandoned cages, audible only to the wardjalis, a race of humans who can turn into animals. Beneath the surface of the library, there is a secret school where those who have not yet transformed are trained, exposing themselves to different tests so that they can manifest their wild selves.
“Menagerie: The Last Guard” is the first part of a series of adventure books starring children. It was written by Victoria Bayona, also known as Vika Burton and published by Ediciones Urano Argentina under the Puck label.
This is a captivating middle grade book. The story hooks you from the very beginning, and you soon reach the end without even realizing it. Vika Barton’s writing style is simple and easy to read. One notable aspect is the beauty of the book, both inside and out. In fact, at the beginning of each chapter, there is a beautiful illustration that complements the story. Without a doubt, this is a story that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.
Not only will these options provide hours of entertainment, but they will also help expand children’s vocabulary. A book is certainly a valuable and memorable gift to celebrate this holiday.
