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  • Book cover of Niño Cocodrilo with an illustration of a crocodile standing in a field.
  • Inside pages show text and an illustration of a bedroom.
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Niño Cocodrilo

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Niño Cocodrilo de Elisa Zulueta, ilustrado por Virginia Donoso, es un libro ilustrado tierno e imaginativo sobre Jean, un niño que no quiere ir a la escuela. Para lidiar con su ansiedad, crea elaboradas máscaras de animales —cocodrilo, oso polar, jirafa— con la esperanza de encontrar su lugar. Mientras Jean experimenta con diferentes identidades, la historia explora con delicadeza la autoexpresión, la inclusión y la valentía de ser uno mismo. Con expresivas ilustraciones y un mensaje que celebra la individualidad, es una lectura maravillosa para niños que se enfrentan a nuevos entornos o desafíos sociales.

English Description:

Niño Cocodrilo by Elisa Zulueta, illustrated by Virginia Donoso, is a tender and imaginative picture book about Jean, a child who doesn’t want to go to school. To cope with his anxiety, he creates elaborate animal masks—crocodile, polar bear, giraffe—in hopes of finding a place where he belongs. As Jean tries on different identities, the story gently explores self-expression, inclusion, and the courage to be yourself. With expressive illustrations and a message that celebrates individuality, it’s a wonderful read for children navigating new environments or social challenges.

Publishing Details

Author : Elisa Zuleta

Illustrator : Virginia Donoso

Author Nationality : Chilean

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 40

Size: 7.87 x 7.87 in

Year Published: 2023

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: Kindergarten

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Fiction

Theme: Change, Community, Conflict, Friendship, Imagination, Social Emotional

Lesson Plan Link: Link