La balanza inclinada

Name: La balanza inclinada
Brand: Books del Sur
SKU: 9789569829154
Price: 17.99 USD
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La balanza inclinada, de Paulina Jara e ilustrada por Cristian Garrido, es un libro ilustrado poético y con consciencia social que retrata un reino gobernado por un rey codicioso que reclama las tierras más frondosas y los alimentos más exquisitos, mientras que su pueblo se queda con tierra estéril y platos vacíos. A través de figuras de madera artesanales y una narración lírica, la historia ilustra con fuerza la desigualdad y la injusticia, incitando a los jóvenes lectores a reflexionar sobre la justicia, la empatía y las consecuencias del liderazgo egoísta. Con tan solo 36 páginas, es un recurso atractivo para las aulas bilingües que exploran la conciencia cívica, la equidad y el pensamiento crítico.

English Description:

La balanza inclinada by Paulina Jara and illustrated by Cristian Garrido is a poetic and socially conscious picture book that portrays a kingdom ruled by a greedy king who claims the lushest land and the finest food, while his people are left with barren soil and empty plates. Through handcrafted wooden figures and lyrical narration, the story powerfully illustrates inequality and injustice, prompting young readers to reflect on fairness, empathy, and the consequences of selfish leadership. With just 36 pages, it’s a compelling resource for dual-language classrooms exploring civic awareness, equity, and critical thinking.

Publishing Details

Author : Paulina Jara, Cristian Garrido

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 36

Year Published: 2021

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 3rd

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Fiction

Theme: Fables & Folktales, Equality, Community

Teacher Comments: "This story of a king who has a balance which he has used to divide the kingdom "equally," is a great illustration of inequality. The brave boy in the story confronts the king about the imbalance. It is a great read-aloud to spark discussion on inequalities and why and how they exist. Its message is profound but definitely accessible to elementary-age readers."